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Description
Coltsfoot Tussilago farfara (Coughwort, Horsehoof, or Bullsfoot)
Medicinal Usage
Coltsfoot was anciently used to treat coughs and colds, hence the botanical name Tussilago is derived from the Latin for cough. Indeed, in classical times it was smoked as a cough remedy. Gerard said that "the fume of the dried leaves taken through a funnel or tunnel, burned upon coals, effectually helpeth those that are troubled with the shortness of breath, and fetch their wind thick and often." The herb was also applied externally to soothe irritation, reduce swellings and heal skin ulcers. In the form of a syrup it was recommended not only for colds, but for bronchitis, laryngitis and asthma. It was also taken as a tea, and in the form of lozenges.
Culinary Usage
Coltsfoot was added to salads and soups, and cooked as a vegetable. The flowers were used to make wine.
Miscellaneous
Coltsfoot, so-called because of its hoof-shaped leaves, was listed by Aelfric. During the Middle Ages it was known as filus ante patrem, or "the son before the father", because the flowers appear before the leaves. In France, a coltsfoot flower painted on a doorpost indicated an apothecary's shop. The white hairs on the underside of the leaves, scraped off and dried, were used for tinder, and also for stuffing pillows.
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Directions
Apply Bianca Rosa cream morning and evenings, or as directed by a health care practitioner. On a moist cotton wool pad or with the fingertips, apply to the desired area of the body. Massage onto thoroughly cleansed skin with a gentle circular motion.
Cautions
Not to be used during pregnancy and lactation. Do not exceed recommended dose.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
