Lobelia Cardinal Flower, Eye Bright Lobeliaceae/Campanulaceae Lobelia cardinalis Whole Summer Flowering Herb, Stability; Fall Planting Seed |
"A specific for bronchial spasms!" (b) "One of the best expectorant plants!"(c) "The leaves and flowers have a strong anti spasmodic effect on the bronchials when smoked and some people with asthma find it reliable when smoked at the first sign of spasms." (d) "Effective emetic!" (e) (b) - (e) C p.98. |
Therapeutic Uses: Analgesic Arthritis (external) Asthma Cough Expectorant Muscle + Joint Pain, (external) Muscle Relaxant Parasympathomimentic Poultice, (drawing) Sedative Smoking Herb, (asthma) Smoking Substitute, (as tea) Tranquilizer |
Count 200 |
Planting |
Dose; a scant teaspoon or less. Read Cautions!. |