Lobelia Inflata - 75g
Lobelia Inflata - 75g
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Lobelia Inflata is a cut, dried traditional herb best known for its use in carefully measured respiratory preparations. Herbalists have traditionally used Lobelia inflata to help ease spasmodic coughs, tight or wheezy breathing and chest or throat tension, as well as to support the loosening and clearing of mucus. Its cut format is convenient for preparing herbal infusions, tinctures and respiratory blends where the herb needs to be easily measured and strained.
♡ Why we love it: We choose to offer Lobelia inflata because it has a distinctive and long-standing place in traditional respiratory herbalism. For experienced users, the cut herb format provides a straightforward way to work with it in carefully prepared infusions, extracts and complementary herbal blends.
Key properties
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- Botanical Name: Lobelia inflata L.
- Common Name: Lobelia
- Plant Part: Herb
- Form: Cut dried herb
- Profile: Potent traditional respiratory herb
- Suitable For: Practitioner-guided respiratory preparations, specialist herbal infusions, tinctures and traditional apothecary use
- Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct light and moisture
What it's used for
- Traditional herbal preparations for spasmodic coughs
- Blends used to help ease tight or wheezy breathing
- Respiratory preparations intended to support easier mucus clearance
- Chest and throat comfort during coughing
- Carefully prepared herbal infusions
- Practitioner-guided tinctures and extracts
- Combining with complementary respiratory herbs in suitable blends
Who it's for
- Experienced herbal users familiar with specialist respiratory herbs
- Herbal practitioners preparing carefully measured blends
- People using Lobelia inflata under professional guidance
- Traditional apothecary users who prefer cut herb for infusion and extraction
- Casual everyday tea routines
- Beginners looking for a gentle general-purpose herb
- Ready-to-use finished herbal remedies
- Preparations specifically requiring a powdered botanical
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How to use
- For Practitioner-Guided Use: Follow the preparation method and amount recommended by a suitably qualified herbal practitioner.
- As a Herbal Infusion: Accurately weigh the amount directed, infuse in freshly boiled water and strain thoroughly before use.
- As a Tincture Ingredient: Prepare according to an established Lobelia inflata formulation and appropriate practitioner-guided dosing plan.
- In Herbal Blends: Combine with complementary respiratory herbs according to the intended preparation and professional guidance.
- Processing Tip: Use weight rather than approximate spoon measurements where accurate quantities are important.
- Filtration Tip: The cut herb format is particularly convenient for preparations that need to be strained after infusion or extraction.
- Storage Tip: Keep clearly labelled and separate from mild everyday tea herbs.
Care & safety
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- Lobelia inflata is a potent herb and internal use should be undertaken with qualified professional guidance
- Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Not suitable for children
- Do not exceed the amount recommended by a qualified practitioner
- Excessive use can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, coughing, tremors and dizziness
- Consult a registered healthcare practitioner before use if you have a medical condition or take medication
- Serious, persistent or worsening breathing difficulties require medical attention
- Discontinue use and seek advice if an adverse reaction occurs
- Keep out of reach of children and pets
FAQs
Q: What is
Lobelia inflata
traditionally used for?
A: It has traditionally been used in carefully measured respiratory preparations to help with spasmodic coughs, tight
or wheezy breathing, chest tension and mucus clearance.
Q: How does
Lobelia inflata
differ from
Lobelia siphilitica
?
A: They are different Lobelia species. This listing is specifically for
Lobelia inflata
L., the species associated with the traditional respiratory uses described here.
Q: Is Lobelia suitable as an everyday herbal tea?
A: No.
Lobelia inflata
is a specialist, potent herb better suited to informed and carefully measured use.
Q: Why choose the cut herb format?
A: Cut herb is convenient for traditional infusions and extracts because it can be weighed easily and strained more
readily than fine powder.
Q: Can Lobelia be combined with other herbs?
A: Yes. Experienced herbalists often include it in carefully formulated respiratory blends with complementary
botanicals such as mullein or thyme.
About These Botanicals
This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is sourced food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.
