{"product_id":"pulmonaria-officinalis","title":"Pulmonaria officinalis","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    body { margin:0; padding:0; background:#ffffff; font-family:Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif; color:#111111; line-height:1.7; font-size:18px; }\n    .page { max-width:900px; margin:2rem auto 4rem; padding:0 1.5rem; }\n    h1 { text-align:center; font-size:2.2rem; letter-spacing:0.04em; margin-bottom:0.2rem; }\n    h1 span { display:block; font-size:1.2rem; font-style:italic; margin-top:0.2rem; letter-spacing:0.02em; }\n    .subtitle { text-align:center; text-transform:uppercase; font-size:0.9rem; letter-spacing:0.18em; margin-bottom:2rem; color:#555; }\n    h2 { margin-top:2rem; margin-bottom:0.8rem; font-size:1.5rem; letter-spacing:0.02em; }\n    h3 { margin-top:1.2rem; margin-bottom:0.3rem; font-size:1.15rem; }\n    p, ul { margin-top:0.1rem; margin-bottom:1rem; }\n    ul { padding-left:1.3rem; }\n    .keywords { font-style:italic; margin-top:1rem; }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLungwort \u003cspan\u003ePulmonaria officinalis\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"subtitle\"\u003eThe Alchemical Monograph\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBotanical Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lungwort\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFolk Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jerusalem Cowslip, Soldiers and Sailors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePulmonaria officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boraginaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial with softly hairy, spotted leaves and nodding clusters of funnel-shaped flowers that shift from pink to blue as they mature. Grows in shady woodlands and gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Doctrine of Signatures herb: spotted leaves were thought to resemble diseased lungs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed historically in Europe for coughs, bronchitis, and other respiratory complaints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of many “lung herbs” of the old herbals, often combined with Mullein and Coltsfoot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation \u0026amp; Parts Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aerial parts (leaves and flowering tops).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, humus-rich soils in partial to full shade; woodland gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gather leaves and flowering tops in spring and early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoctrine of Signatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dappled, lung-like leaves directly inspired its use for lung conditions. Flowers shifting from pink to blue suggest transitions in oxygenation and the movement from congestion toward clearer breathing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMedicinal \u0026amp; Energetic Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstituents\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMucilage, tannins, saponins, silicic acid, flavonoids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDemulcent • Mild astringent • Soothing expectorant • Vulnerary to respiratory mucosa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Energetics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, slightly bitter, somewhat mucilaginous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergetics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooling • Moistening • Slightly drying (tannins) • Soothing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTissue States:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot • Dry • Irritated respiratory mucosa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry, irritating coughs, bronchitis, hoarseness, and chronic lung irritation. Supportive in convalescence from respiratory infections when tissues feel raw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTopical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally used as a gentle herb in poultices for minor skin irritation; more valued internally for lung support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCombinations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eMullein\u003c\/strong\u003e — for lung soothing and expectoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow\u003c\/strong\u003e — for added demulcent support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003eThyme\u003c\/strong\u003e — for antimicrobial and soothing respiratory teas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHomeopathic Remedy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLess frequently used; themes mirror support for chronic cough and weakness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlower Essence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports those who feel like they “cannot catch their breath” in life, emotionally or spiritually. Helps integrate breath with presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEssential Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot commonly distilled as an essential oil; medicine resides in whole-herb preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCulinary Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung leaves sometimes included in spring salads or cooked greens, though the texture can be slightly hairy. More commonly used in medicinal teas than as a regular food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerally considered mild and safe in traditional tea doses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoraginaceae family can contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids in some species; \u003cem\u003ePulmonaria\u003c\/em\u003e is comparatively low, but long-term heavy use is not typical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis information is educational and not a substitute for medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpiritual \u0026amp; Ritual Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLungwort aligns with breath, voice, and the ability to “speak one’s truth.” Used in rituals that restore breath, singing, and communication after grief or illness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAstroherbalism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanetary Rulership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mercury (lungs, communication) with Moon (fluids, cycles)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZodiac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gemini, Cancer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lung-like leaves and gentle, moistening action on breath pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChakra Correspondence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThroat \u0026amp; Heart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breath, voice, emotional expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCosmic Ray\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePale Blue–Green Ray:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breath, ease, gentle clearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlchemy \u0026amp; Spagyrics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt (Body):\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports integrity and elasticity of respiratory tissues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSulfur (Soul):\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooling, soothing soul-fire that calms irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMercury (Spirit):\u003c\/strong\u003e Spirit of breath that moves gently through constricted spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpagyric Purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e To restore ease of breathing—physically and metaphorically—and calm inflamed “airways” in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMagical \u0026amp; Spiritual Properties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreath magic • Voice healing • Recovery from grief that constricts the chest • Opening the way for song and prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTarot Correspondence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudgement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breath of awakening; \u003cstrong\u003ePage of Swords:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear, honest voice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"keywords\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lungs • Breath • Soothing • Voice • Gentle • Cooling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Alchemists Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43875181953123,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/alchemistsapothecary.com\/products\/pulmonaria-officinalis","provider":"The Alchemists Apothecary Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}