White horehound (Bela materina dušica / Marubin)

Traditionally used

⚠ Avoid in pregnancy (uterotonic potential). Not recommended under 12 years. Infusion or syrup of aerial parts for cough, bronchitis and loss of appetite. Traditional bitter tonic for digestive complaints.

On the Adriatic shore

⚠ Izbjegavati u trudnoći (mogući uterotonički učinak). Ne preporučuje se za mlađe od 12 godina. Čaj ili sirup od nadzemnih dijelova za kašalj, bronhitis i gubitak apetita.

In three languages

Français — ⚠ À éviter pendant la grossesse (effet utérotonique potentiel). Déconseillé aux moins de 12 ans. Infusion ou sirop des parties aériennes pour toux, bronchite et perte d'appétit. Amer digestif traditionnel.

Safety

Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.

⚑Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.

Sources & lineage

Kept alongside

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