Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
lobelioides
ID:
834051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zucc.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Flora 15(2 Beibl.): 101 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000833386



Common Names

  • Heterotoma lobelioides
  • Lobelioid Heterotoma
  • Lobelioid Heterotomas


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Description

Heterotoma lobelioides (also called 'Lobelia-like Heterotoma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the heather family. It is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is known only from the island of Kauai. It grows in dry to mesic forests, at elevations of 100–1,000 m (330–3,280 ft).

Uses & Benefits

Heterotoma lobelioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Heterotoma lobelioides sub. glabra (T.J.Ayers) Lammers
Heterotoma lobelioides sub. lobelioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heterotoma lobelioides has small, white flowers with yellowish-green sepals and petals. The flowers are borne in small clusters and have a sweet scent. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have short, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heterotoma lobelioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but will not tolerate temperatures below -5°C (23°F). When grown from seed, it can take up to two years to reach maturity. It can be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Heterotoma lobelioides

Heterotoma lobelioides can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Heterotoma lobelioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterotoma lobelioides?

Heterotoma lobelioides

What is the natural habitat of Heterotoma lobelioides?

Tropical rainforests

What is the common name of Heterotoma lobelioides?

Lobelia-like Heterotoma

Species in the Heterotoma genus

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

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