Native to eastern North America, lobelia has a long history of use by indigenous tribes for its wellness-supporting properties. Lobelia inflata is an herbaceous annual that likes to grow in compact soils. Lobelia leaf was popular with Eclectic herbalists at the turn of the century and has a tradition of use in external applications, smoking blends, and infusions as lobelia tea. A strong botanical to be used with respect, lobelia herb can also be used to make liquid extracts.
Lobelia has a long history of therapeutic and ritual use. Lobelia is best used as a tea or in smoking blends. It may be smoked directly but can be nauseating for some folks. Other common names include puke weed. Lobelia is in the Campanulaceae family.
