It has antitussive, expectorant, soothing, decongestant, and diuretic properties.

For therapeutic purposes, the flowers and leaves are used. The flowers are collected before they fully bloom (from late February to April), while the leaves are collected in May and June.

It can be used for chronic or acute bronchitis, irritating cough, whooping cough, and asthma.

Its soothing expectorant action makes it useful for most respiratory system problems, including chronic forms of emphysema.

As a mild diuretic, it is used for cystitis.

In powder form, it is used for skin ulcers.