Lungwort
(Latin Name: Pulmonaria officinalis)
(Also known as: Herb of the Lungs, Mary’s Milk Drops, Pulmonaria)
Brief History & Origin
Lungwort is the Breath Healer’s Herb, long revered in European folk medicine for its ability to support the lungs and respiratory system. In the ancient Doctrine of Signatures, healers believed that a plant's appearance revealed its purpose—Lungwort’s spotted leaves were said to resemble the delicate tissues of the lungs, guiding herbalists to use it for coughs, bronchial support, and breathwork rituals.
For centuries, Lungwort has been used to clear the chest, cool inflammation, and help the body release stagnant phlegm. In spiritual work, it is also seen as an herb of grief release, emotional breath, and sacred renewal of the airways, teaching us that breath is both life and medicine.
Health & Healing Benefits
The Body’s Ally
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Soothes the lungs, throat, and bronchial passages, easing coughs and irritation
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Acts as a mild expectorant, helping the body gently remove mucus
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Reduces inflammation in the respiratory tract, especially with dry or hacking coughs
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Supports immune function—rich in antioxidants and plant compounds
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Contains natural silica, promoting tissue repair and strengthening the respiratory system
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Traditionally used for asthma, bronchitis, and lung infections in herbal medicine
Spiritual & Energetic Uses
The Soul’s Companion
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Clears grief, sorrow, and emotional congestion held in the lungs
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Used in breathwork, meditation, and energy clearing rituals
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Opens the throat and heart chakras, allowing for clearer communication and emotional expression
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Invoked during spiritual detox, cord clearing, and grief release ceremonies
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Symbolizes breath, renewal, and the gentle letting go of what no longer serves
Best Ways to Use Lungwort
| Use | Preparation | Suggested Use |
| Tea / Infusion | Steep 1–2 tsp dried leaves in hot water for 5–7 min | For soothing coughs, supporting lung health, and clearing phlegm |
| Steam Inhalation | Add Lungwort to a bowl of hot water and inhale the steam | For opening the lungs and clearing emotional heaviness |
| Spiritual Bath | Add to bathwater for breath rituals and grief cleansing
| For releasing sorrow and resetting the breath |
| Smoke / Smudge Blend | Use carefully in herbal smoke blends for cleansing the lungs energetically (non-addictive, gentle smoke work) | For breath rituals and auric clearing |
| Ritual Offering | Place on altars for healing, breathwork, and emotional release | For connecting to the breath of life and ancestral healing |
GlassWing Organics Notes
At GlassWing Organics, Lungwort is used in lung-support teas, breath-cleansing baths, and spiritual grief rituals. We honor it as a sacred plant of breath and release, teaching us that healing often begins with the simple act of breathing deeply and letting go.
Safety & Precautions
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Generally safe for short-term use in teas or steam inhalations
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Use with caution if pregnant or nursing—consult a healthcare provider
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Best used for soothing and gentle respiratory support, not as a long-term tonic
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Combine with other lung herbs like mullein, hyssop, or licorice root for deeper support
Reflection or Affirmation
"With Lungwort, I clear my breath and open my heart. I release the heaviness in my lungs and allow life to flow through me with ease and grace."
