Pulmonaria officinalis
Also known as Jerusalem
cowslip, Jerusalem sage, maple lungwort, spotted comfrey and spotted
lungwort. Found in Europe and northen U.S.A., this perennial plant
grows in shady areas of the wild, and is also cultivated. Bristly stems grow
from the horizontal creeping rootstock. The plant grows dark green leaves
and flowers which turn from rose-coloured to blue. These bloom during March
to May, and both colours are found on the plant simultaneously.
This
herb has astringent, demulcent, emollient and expectorant
properties. The tea is good for diarrhea, hemorrhoids, respiratory
ailments, coughs and hoarseness. A lungwort decoction may be helpful for
lung problems. For external use, the plant is effective on all kinds of
wounds.