Horehound

Horehound Herb (Marrubium vulgare)

A member of the mint (Lamiaceae) family, horehound is a flowering perennial native to Europe and Asia that has been used in traditional European herbalism for centuries. Known for its distinctly bitter flavor, it has long been prepared as teas, tinctures, syrups, and the classic horehound herbal candy. Historically, horehound was known to the ancient Egyptians as the "Seed of Horus" and was later associated with protective folklore in medieval Europe, where it was believed to ward off negative influences.