Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
amoena
ID:
814606

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 2: 152 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813940

Common Names

  • Lobelia amoena
  • Amoena Lobelia
  • Amoenas Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia amoena (also called Showy Lobelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is native to North America. It grows in temperate climates, in moist forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia amoena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lobelia amoena has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia amoena is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach a height of up to 2 m (6 ft). It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lobelia amoena

Lobelia amoena can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Lobelia amoena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia amoena?

Lobelia amoena

What is the common name of Lobelia amoena?

Amoena lobelia

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia amoena?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Lobelia genus

Lobelia arnhemiaca, Lobelia assurgens, Lobelia alsinoides, Lobelia alticaulis, Lobelia amoena, Lobelia aquaemontis, Lobelia anatina, Lobelia appendiculata, Lobelia angulata, Lobelia acuminata, Lobelia aberdarica, Lobelia anceps, Lobelia adnexa, Lobelia acutidens, Lobelia agrestis, Lobelia aguana, Lobelia aquatica, Lobelia archboldiana, Lobelia ardisiandroides, Lobelia viridiflora, Lobelia vanreenensis, Lobelia villosa, Lobelia victoriensis, Lobelia wilmsiana, Lobelia yuccoides, Lobelia yucatana, Lobelia xongorolana, Lobelia xalapensis, Lobelia vagans, Lobelia canbyi, Lobelia capillifolia, Lobelia cardinalis, Lobelia bridgesii, Lobelia brigittalis, Lobelia bryophila, Lobelia camporum, Lobelia burttii, Lobelia cacuminis, Lobelia caeciliae, Lobelia caerulea, Lobelia caledoniana, Lobelia morogoroensis, Lobelia acrochila, Lobelia calochlamys, Lobelia ritabeaniana, Lobelia thuliniana, Lobelia tripartita, Lobelia guatemalensis, Lobelia zelayensis, Lobelia macdonaldii,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-352009: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.