Kattupokala (Lebelia Nicotionifolia)

Explore a wild medicinal marvel! 🌳 Kattupokala is a towering shrub, known for its traditional uses and striking appearance. For the knowledgeable herbalist.

Kattupokala: The Towering Wild Healer of the Hills 🌿

Meet Kattupokala (Lobelia nicotianifolia), a plant that commands attention with its impressive stature and deep-rooted presence in traditional medicine. Often called “Wild Tobacco” due to the resemblance of its leaves to the tobacco plant, this is not a common garden shrub. It is a tall, fast-growing perennial that can reach heights of over 6 feet, making it a dramatic and architectural addition to any landscape.

Kattupokala is a plant of contrasts. It produces a tall spike adorned with numerous small, white or pale lilac flowers, creating an elegant and airy display that attracts pollinators. But beneath its graceful appearance lies a potent nature. Like many in the Lobelia family, this plant contains powerful alkaloids and must be treated with knowledge and respect.

A Plant for the Discerning Herbalist:

This herb is valued in certain traditional systems for its specific applications, often used in very careful, minimal doses. It is a specimen for those who study, understand, and practice advanced herbalism.

Key Features of Kattupokala:

• Architectural Grandeur: Its tall, straight growth and large, textured leaves make it a stunning backdrop or focal point in a large garden.

• Botanical Curiosity: A fantastic plant for those interested in unique flora, plant taxonomy, and the wider Lobelia family.

• Traditional Significance: Holds a place in regional folk medicine, representing a deep connection to wild-harvested remedies.

• Wildlife Attractor: Its flower spikes are a valuable nectar source for bees and butterflies. 🐝

⚠️ Important Note of Caution:
Kattupokala is a powerful botanical specimen. It is presented here for educational and botanical interest. It should not be used without expert guidance from a qualified practitioner. Handling and use require extensive knowledge.

Ideal For: Advanced herbalists, botanical gardens, native plant enthusiasts, and gardeners seeking a dramatic, tall shrub for a wild garden aesthetic.

Respect the wild. Cultivate with wisdom.
Available for educational and botanical purposes at Ivy Paradise Online.