Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
diastateoides
ID:
816168

Status:
valid

Authors:
McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Amer. Midl. Naturalist 24: 695 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815502

Common Names

  • Diastateoides Lobelia
  • Diastateoides Lobelia
  • Diastateoides Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia diastateoides (also called Spreading Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb with slender, trailing stems and small, white or pink flowers. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and other habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia diastateoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia diastateoides has bright blue flowers with a white throat, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia diastateoides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Lobelia diastateoides

Lobelia diastateoides can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Lobelia diastateoides FAQ

What type of soil does Lobelia diastateoides prefer?

Lobelia diastateoides prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What is the optimal temperature for Lobelia diastateoides?

Lobelia diastateoides prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much water does Lobelia diastateoides need?

Lobelia diastateoides needs moderate amounts of water, about once a week.

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-353460: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.