{"product_id":"horehound-herb","title":"Horehound Herb","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMarrubium Vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHorehound Herb \/ Marrubium Vulgare \/ Organic Dried Herb \/ Wild-Crafted \/ Herbal Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eORIGIN OF BULGARIA\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Marrubium Vulgare\u003cbr\u003eOther Names: White Horehound, Common Horehound, Marrubium, Houndsbane, Marrubio, Hoarhound\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarrubium vulgare is a flowering plant in the mint family (Lamiaceae), native to Europe, northern Africa, and southwestern and central Asia. Horehound is a hardy, bushy plant with wrinkled, gray-green leaves covered with fine white hairs. It produces small, white or pale pink flowers in dense clusters during the summer. The plant has a strong, somewhat musky aroma. Horehound herb tea is known for its strongly bitter taste, which can be quite intense for those not accustomed to it. The bitterness is one of the defining characteristics of horehound herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsage: Boil 1 cup water. Add the 1-2 teaspoons horehound herb to the water. Let the herb steep in the hot water for about 5-10 minutes. Strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--mh-notes-start--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite horehound is a classic throat herb of European tradition, once the base of old-fashioned horehound candies. It is traditionally used:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo soothe the throat and support the respiratory system in the cold season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a bitter, to stimulate appetite and support digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo support the natural flow of bile and ease bloating and cramping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternally, as a wash for the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvested May to August at the start of flowering: the leafy tops are cut about 20 cm from the tip. Square, woolly stems with wrinkled, silvery-green leaves, a pleasant aroma and a bitter, slightly spicy taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not exceed the recommended amount. Not for pregnancy or breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--mh-notes-end--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisclaimer: These statements and products have not been evaluated by the FDA. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. If you have a health concern or condition, consult you doctor. Always consult a medical doctor before modifying your diet or using any new product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marrenline Herbs","offers":[{"title":"50 g (1.8 oz)","offer_id":55393097515351,"sku":"ETSY1772701588-50G","price":5.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":55393097548119,"sku":"ETSY1772701588-100G","price":9.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"250 g (8.8 oz)","offer_id":55393097580887,"sku":"ETSY1772701588-250G","price":17.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"500 g (1.1 lb)","offer_id":55393097613655,"sku":"ETSY1772701588-500G","price":29.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":55393097646423,"sku":"ETSY1772701588-1000G","price":54.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/3272\/8407\/files\/il_fullxfull.6536276492_kwrd.jpg?v=1790959829","url":"https:\/\/marrenlineherbs.com\/products\/horehound-herb","provider":"Marrenline Herbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}