Elecampane
Inula helenium
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Experience:
Respiratory Comfort
Wellness Goal:
Digestive Ease
Plant Family:
Asteraceae
Plant Part:
Root
Safety Notes
Generally well tolerated. Avoid during pregnancy. Avoid if allergic to ragweed/daisy family plants — elecampane has caused contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
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