Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
foliiformis
ID:
815008

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.J.Zhang & D.Y.Hong

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 30: 155 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814342



Common Names

  • Foliiform Lobelia
  • Foliiformis Lobelia
  • Lobelia foliiformis


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Description

Lobelia foliiformis (also called Leafy Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and can reach up to 4.4 m in height. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. This plant is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in wet and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia foliiformis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive blue flowers and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including asthma, bronchitis, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lobelia foliiformis flower is a small, yellow 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia foliiformis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist, well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Lobelia foliiformis

Lobelia foliiformis is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Lobelia foliiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia foliiformis?

Lobelia foliiformis

What is the common name of Lobelia foliiformis?

Foliiform Lobelia

What is the growth habit of Lobelia foliiformis?

It is an evergreen perennial with an upright, spreading habit.

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-352383: Based on the initial data import
De Yuan Hong (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Y.Hong' in the authors string.
Tie Jun Zhang (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Zhang' in the authors string.