Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
gloria-montis
ID:
815952

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rock

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Stud. Haw. Lobelioid. : 117 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815286

Common Names

  • Lobelia gloria-montis
  • Gloria-Montis Lobelia
  • Gloria-Montis Lobelia Plant

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Description

Lobelia gloria-montis (also called Gloria-Montis Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has simple, alternate leaves that are lanceolate and have entire margins. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia gloria-montis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lobelia gloria-montis sub. gloria-montis
Lobelia gloria-montis sub. longibracteata (Rock) Lammers

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia gloria-montis has a deep blue flower with a white center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia gloria-montis is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall and allowed to germinate in the spring.

Where to Find Lobelia gloria-montis

Lobelia gloria-montis can be found in Mexico.

Lobelia gloria-montis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia gloria-montis?

Lobelia gloria-montis

What is the family of Lobelia gloria-montis?

Campanulaceae

What is the native range of Lobelia gloria-montis?

Central and South America

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-353265: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Rock (1884-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rock' in the authors string.