Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
salvinii
ID:
71555

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) Strother

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 14(4): 545. 1989

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070884



Common Names

  • Lundellianthus
  • Salvin's Lobelia
  • Salvin's Lobelio


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Synonyms

  • Lasianthaea salvinii (Hemsl.) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Zexmenia salvinii Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Lundellianthus salvinii (also called Salvin's Lundellianthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has opposite, ovate to lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lundellianthus salvinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for pollinators and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lundellianthus salvinii is yellow in colour, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, black, glossy nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lundellianthus salvinii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Lundellianthus salvinii

Lundellianthus salvinii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Lundellianthus salvinii FAQ

What are the growth requirements of Lundellianthus salvinii?

Lundellianthus salvinii requires full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

How often should Lundellianthus salvinii be watered?

Lundellianthus salvinii should be watered regularly, but not too often, to keep the soil moist but not soggy.

What is the best way to propagate Lundellianthus salvinii?

Lundellianthus salvinii can be propagated by seed or by division of the root clump.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-27676: Based on the initial data import
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
John Lance Strother (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Strother' in the authors string.