Botanical Name - Tussilago farfara Other Names - Horse Foot, Foalswort, Horsehoof, Bull's Foot, Ass's Foot, British Tobacco, Coughwort, K'uan-Tung. Origin - USA Coltsfoot received its name because the leaves of the plant resemble a colt's foot. Because the leaves and flowers contain mucilage, they are used to make infusions, washes and poultices to sooth minor skin irritations. Infuse in oil to produce salves, balms and ointments. May also be tinctured or water-infused for use in other topical preparations. Usually Coltsfoot herb (leaves or flowers, sometimes by decoction) is made into a tea. Other uses include smoking the herb and making a flower poultice to treat skin conditions. Herbalist Hint: For superior support, combine Coltsfoot with similar respiratory support herbs such as Horehound, Wild Cherry, and Marshmallow Root. coltsfoot flower and leaf are used topically to take advantage of its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory compounds. Other constituents in the herb, however, namely the pyrrolizidine alkaloids senecionine and senkirkine, make this herb unsuitable for internal use due potential liver toxicity. Packaging - We package all of our herbal, fruit powders and spices in a heat sealed mylar bag which serves as a very effective barrier to light, oxygen, odors, flavors, moisture, and bacteria. The bag can be resealed with any household iron or curling iron. Precautions - For external use only. Because pyrrolozidine alkaloids may trigger premature labor, this herb should not be used at all during pregnancy. If you are taking any other herbs or supplements please consult with a qualified health-care provider before starting any new regimen. Disclaimer - The information presented herein by Stone Creek Health Essentials is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider. * Due to the nature of natural ingredients, physical attributes may differ from lot to lot (color, taste, etc). Please consult with a representative for more information on current lot. Stone Creek Health Essentials will not accept returns on ingredients compared to lots over 30 days old. Product images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product due to differences in monitors, product batch/lot and etc. Please contact a Stone Creek Health Essentials representative with any questions. We're here to help.
