Despite what you may read on the internet from grifters and over simplifiers,
Mullein is not a panacea who is used by everyone for everything.
Mullein is invasive, outcompeting native species. Work with the Plant, and harvest completely.
Mullein seeds can remain dormant in the soil for several - hundreds of years.
All Parts of Mullein have well established relationships with People across the northern hemisphere.
Mullain leaves are typically dried and then made into a beverage, typically with other Plants that also support various aspects of the respiratory complex.
Tinctures are also made with Mullein, alone or with other Plants.
Mullein acts as an expectorant - it helps us cough.
Mullein soothes irritated respiratory tissue, usually from smoke: smoking or fires. This Plant does what all Plants including Food do: supports our bodies innate abilities to heal.
Please see Mullein Tincture for same intent, different delivery method. Please see Mullein Flower Oil for ear infection support.