Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
dioica
ID:
816221

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 565 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815555



Common Names

  • Dioica Lobelia
  • Dioica Lobelia
  • Dioica Lobelia


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Description

Lobelia dioica (also called African Lobelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, blue flowers and grows in moist, wooded areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia dioica is mainly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory ailments and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lobelia dioica has a bright orange flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia dioica is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent blooms will promote more blooms.

Where to Find Lobelia dioica

Lobelia dioica is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is also found in parts of Mexico and Central America.

Lobelia dioica FAQ

What are the common names for Lobelia dioica?

Great Lobelia, Devil's Tobacco, Indian Tobacco

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia dioica?

It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

What are the medicinal uses of Lobelia dioica?

It is used to treat respiratory conditions, such as asthma, bronchitis, and whooping cough.

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-353508: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.