Description
Inula – Inula graveolens (L.) W. Greuter syn. Inula graveolens (L.) Desf. Head Clearing
Synonyms:
(Erigeron graveolens, Inula graveolens (L.) Desf., Solidago graveolens (L.) Lam., Paniopsis graveolens Raf., Cupularia graveolens (L.), Pulicaria graveolens (L.))
Inula is from the Botanical family “Asteracea.”
Commonly named: “Stinkwort, Cape Khakiweed, Stinkweed or Camphor
A native plant of the Mediterranean area, Inula is an erect, bushy, aromatic annual herb with small yellow to yellow/white flowers that smell of camphor. D. graveolens is a nitrophilous
(Thriving in a habitat rich in nitrogen) species, generally associated with disturbed, open habitats, such as cultivated land, abandoned fields and roadsides,
Inula graveolens is widespread in the Mediterranean region, extending marginally into the western Atlantic-European coast and Middle East (Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, north-west India
Now found in South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and California, England, Germany, Austria and also Holland.
Therapeutic Actions: antibacterial, antifungal, antispasmodic, antitussive, broncho-spasmolytic, mucolytic
Excellent choice after being ravaged by Covid 19
Used to treat:
Loosens mucous and works a s a decongestant and therefore useful for acute and chronic respiratory conditions. Coughs, colds, sinusitis, laryngitis and bronchitis.
Treatment of asthma in aromatherapy due to its mucolytic properties
From an Ayurvedic perspective, Inula oil be indicated for access kapha, lethargy, and congestion.
How to use:
Aromatherapy Inhaler
- 14 drops Inula graveolens
- 12 drops Green myrtle (Myrtus communis)
Combine drops in small bowl, place organic cotton pad into bowl to soak up essential oils.
Place cotton pad in inhaler tube, close tube with bottom. Use inhaler as needed.
Quick remedy for coughs
Add 2 drops in a teaspoon of honey. Stir with a toothpick and then take internally.
Direct Palm Inhalation:
Place 2-3 drops in palm of hand, rub hands together and inhale deeply.
In reality Inula – Inula graveolens is considered to be an invasive weed
