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Pectoral — herbalism term · PlantSage glossary

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Pectoral defined

Supports lung and chest health.

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The definition

Broad term for plants beneficial to the respiratory tract — encompassing expectorants, demulcents, antitussives, and antimicrobials. Traditional category in European herbalism.

Mechanism

Variable — combines expectorant, demulcent, anti-inflammatory, and sometimes antimicrobial actions.

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Example plants

Classic species in this category from the PlantSage archive.

Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
Lamiaceae
Verbascum thapsus
Verbascum thapsus
Hyssop
Hyssopus officinalis
Lamiaceae
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See also

Expectorant

Clears mucus from the airways.

Demulcent

Soothes irritated mucous membranes.

Antitussive

Suppresses cough.

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