Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis

Biblical herb with respiratory and purifying properties.

Description

Hyssop is mainly used for its expectorant and antiseptic properties for the respiratory tract.

Benefits

• Expectorant
• Respiratory antiseptic
• Digestive
• Tonic
• Sudorific

How to use

As infusion, essential oil (limited use) or syrup.

📋 Recommended preparation

Infusion: 1 teaspoon flowering tops in 250ml boiling water, 10 minutes.

Precautions

• Essential oil is neurotoxic: professional use only.
• Contraindicated for children and pregnant women.

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