Common Name:

Lobelia

Botanical Name:

Lobelia inflata

Short Description:

Lobelia is a powerful low-dose botanical used as a bronchodilator, antispasmodic, and emetic. It is traditionally used to ease respiratory distress, muscle spasms, and acute asthma attacks, though it must be used with great care.

Parts Used:

Aerial parts

Actions:

Bronchodilator, antispasmodic, nervine stimulant, emetic (high doses)

Energetics:

Warming, relaxing, dispersing

Body Systems:

Respiratory, musculoskeletal, nervous

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Clears blockages—physically and energetically. Lobelia promotes release, resets the breath and nervous system, and breaks patterns of constriction or holding, especially in the chest and throat.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Uranus (modern); traditionally Mercury
Dosha: Balances Vata and Kapha; may aggravate Pitta

Safety Notes:

Low-dose herb. Can induce nausea or vomiting at higher doses. Best used under practitioner guidance. Not recommended in pregnancy or for prolonged internal use.