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August 4, 2011
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Southeastern, New Hampshire
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In September, 2010 I found and took
pictures of Cardinalflower. But it was not a real “find” of the plant
since it was located at the Audobon Society and I believe it had been planted by
the staff. Today, however, I found it in the wild by going slightly off-trail
over some rocks next to a creek.
Cardinalflower is in the genus, Lobelia. Lobelia has been used for many
years by naturopaths to treat asthma, smoking addiction and externally to treat
muscle spasm. An overdose can cause nausea and vomiting, so it is best to rely
on the help of a professional herbalist or become knowledgable about proper dosing
when using Lobelia.
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