Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
815166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. : 301 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814500

Common Names

  • Heart-leaved Lobelia
  • Lobelia cordifolia
  • Cordifolia Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia cordifolia (also called Heart-leaved Lobelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It has an upright habit and produces small, white flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia cordifolia has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lobelia cordifolia has small, pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia cordifolia is a perennial plant native to South America. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed, division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings can be taken in summer.

Where to Find Lobelia cordifolia

Lobelia cordifolia can be found in the tropical forests of South America.

Lobelia cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia cordifolia?

Lobelia cordifolia

What is the family of Lobelia cordifolia?

Campanulaceae

What is the origin of Lobelia cordifolia?

Tropical 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-352546: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.