Description
Lobelia bryophila (also called Mossy Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the bellflower family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Lobelia bryophila flower is a small, purple flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a white center. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf and a white stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lobelia bryophila is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a seed tray filled with a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be placed in a pot filled with a well-draining soil mix.