Lobelia Herb
The Lobelia inflata, or Lobelia Herb, is named after the botanist Matthias de Lobel, and is an erect annual or biennial herb, growing one to two feet high. The stalks of the lower lobelia leaves and flower are pale violet-blue in color and tinted pale yellow within. Several species of the Lobelia inflata plant, or Lobelia Herb, are grown throughout English gardens for the flower color variety, as they come in every shade of scarlet, purple, and blue.
 

Various lobelia species can be found in areas in North America and the United Kingdom. From lobelia siphilitica to lobelia erinus, there is a vast variety of foliage color that this native plant has to offer. Lobelia species tend to favor a wet meadow or moist environment with wet soil as opposed to drier soils. They also enjoy partial shade and tend to bloom around late summer rather than winter.
Lobelia Herb is a native plant that is yellowish green, with an irritating odor. The taste of the herb is very similar to that of tobacco, sharing almost identical burning and acrid qualities. Lobelia Herb Powder has a greenish color, even though the seeds are brown, and is available in the following forms: dried Lobelia Herb and Powder, Lobelia Herb liquid extract and tinctures. Lobelia Herb is sometimes referred to as Indian tobacco, and was commonly prescribed by early North American doctors for a variety of complaints.
 

Warning: Not to be used during pregnancy. May cause nausea and vomiting if ingested; not to be taken in large doses.