| Uses: Medicinal/Poisonous! |
Duration: Annual |
| When to Sow: Spring |
Ease of Germination: Easy |
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(Indian tobacco)
In small doses lobelia acts as a stimulant, especially on the respiratory system. In larger doses it acts as a nerve depressant, and is useful for asthma and whooping cough. Excessive doses can cause severe depression.
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