Hyssop acts as an antispasmodic, expectorant, diaphoretic, calming, and emmenagogue. It has an interesting range of applications, most of which are due to the antispasmodic action of the bitter substance it contains (hyssopin). It is used for coughs, bronchitis, and chronic rhinitis. The diaphoretic properties of Hyssop make it beneficial for the common cold. It can also serve as a neurotonic in situations of anxiety, hysteria, and mild epilepsy.

It can be combined for cough and bronchitis with:

• White Horehound
• Tusilago

For the common cold, it can be combined with:

• Gallium
• Elderflower
• Peppermint

It also combines well with:

• Thyme
• Eucalyptus

It is prepared as an infusion. Pour a cup of boiling water over 1-2 teaspoons of dried herb and let it steep for 10-15 minutes. The drink can be taken up to three times a day. If the tincture is used, then take 1-4 ml of tincture three times a day. The tincture can be combined with other expectorant herbs such as Licorice, Elecampane, and Dill. For bronchitis or chest colds, we can perform rubs by dissolving 10 drops of Hyssop essential oil in 20 ml of almond oil.

Origin: Outside the EU.