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Cardinal Flower 


Lobelia Cardinalis

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  Description by Karen Bergeron

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Cardinal Flower is a strikingly beautiful wildflower of late summer. Cardinal Flower grows in moist places, bogs, stream edges and ditches. Grows to four feet tall. Most of eastern North America. Always look for this one when the sun is in Leo, not surprising for it has a bold vibrant personality.

Cardinal Flower was a Native American remedy for syphilis,
however it is rarely used medically these days.

See also Blue Lobelia

Informative External Links -

Cardinal Flower   Lobelia Cardinalis on Wikipedia

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 The herbal information on this web site is intended for educational purposes only. It is not the intention of the editor to advise on health care. Please see a medical professional about any health concerns you have.  Disclaimer - These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.  The information on this web site is not intended to prevent, diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.

This information is intended as an introduction to how medicinal herb plants are used. It is intended for educational purposes only. I am not a medical professional and I cannot prescribe what herbs are right for you. I cannot answer medical questions, so please do not ask me (or any other complete stranger for that matter) to prescribe herbal cures, treatment or to guess what is wrong with you.

If you use herbs, do so responsibly. Consult your doctor about your health conditions and use of herbal supplements. Herbs may be harmful if taken for the wrong conditions, used in excessive amounts, combined with prescription drugs or alcohol, or used by persons who don't know what they are doing. Just because an herbal remedy is natural, does not mean it is safe! There are herbs that are poisonous such as Poison Hemlock, Jimson weed, and many more.

I will be happy to help you ID wild plants that you find, or help you locate herbs, plants or herb seeds and especially pictures.
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