Herbal Spotlight
Elecampane
One of my, hands down favorite herbs to grow in the garden is Elecampane (Inula helenium). This plant is part of the Asteraceae "Sunflower" family, a stoic character, reaching up to 6 feet tall with large leaves and bright yellow inflorescence. Elecampane can not help but exude a presence of confidence and groundedness to those who stand near it. This reliable teacher supports us to release the things that no longer serve us and fosters the visions of what needs to grow from deep within ourselves. As a way to get things moving, Elecampagne is a useful expectorant for the lungs during the coming winter crud's where the phlegm is stuck and the coughing is persistent. (Read on about Elecampane)
Photo by Erin McIntosh
Purchase from Bella Botanica Fresh Elecampane Roots from Oregon
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