Elecampane
(Latin Name: Inula helenium)
Size: 4oz bag
Brief History & Origin
Elecampane is the Herb of Breath and Memory, a tall, radiant plant with golden sunflower-like blooms. Its roots hold ancient medicine, known to the Greeks and Celts as a protector of the lungs and spirit.
The name Helenium is said to come from Helen of Troy, who, according to legend, had Elecampane grow where her tears touched the earth.
In medieval herbalism, it was carried as a charm against illness and sorrow, while healers used its root to strengthen the lungs and clear phlegm from the body. Elecampane is a bridge between the upper world of air and the underworld of roots—a medicine of breath, grief release, and resilience.
Health & Healing Benefits
The Body’s Ally
Acts as an expectorant, helping to clear mucus and congestion from the lungs
Supports respiratory health—traditionally used for bronchitis, cough, and asthma
Contains inulin, a prebiotic that nourishes gut health and digestion
Strengthens immunity, especially for chronic respiratory weakness
Soothes the digestive tract, reducing gas and promoting calm digestion
Gently cleanses the body of lingering dampness and stagnation
Spiritual & Energetic Uses
The Soul’s Companion
Opens the lungs and heart, supporting breathwork and emotional release
Helps release stored grief and sorrow held in the chest
Used in ancestral healing rituals to call in guidance from spirit allies
Acts as a spiritual cleanser, especially for those who feel "heavy in the lungs" energetically
Symbolizes clarity, deep-rooted strength, and the courage to breathe life fully back into the body
Best Ways to Use Elecampane
Use Preparation Suggested Use
Tea / Decoction
Simmer 1 tsp dried root in water for 15–20 min
For respiratory and digestive support
Tincture / Extract
Use prepared tincture daily
For lung health and energy clearing
Herbal Steam
Add root to hot water for inhalation
For lung clearing and breath rituals
Spiritual Offering
Place on altars during grief release or breathwork ceremonies
To honor breath, ancestors, and life force
GlassWing Organics Notes
At GlassWing Organics, Elecampane is used in respiratory teas, cleansing steams, and grief rituals. We turn to it when the lungs feel heavy or the heart is holding too much—trusting it to help release, restore, and renew.
Safety & Precautions
Use in moderation—large amounts may cause nausea in sensitive individuals
Not recommended during pregnancy due to uterine-stimulating properties
May cause allergic reactions in those sensitive to ragweed or related plants
Consult a healthcare provider if managing chronic lung conditions or on medications
Reflection or Affirmation
"With Elecampane, I breathe fully and freely. I release grief with each exhale and welcome new life with every breath."
