Lobelia gypsophila - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gypsophila
ID:
815416
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.J.Ayers
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Sida 13: 144 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814750
Common Names
- Gypsophila Lobelia
- Gypsophila Lobelia Plant
- Lobelia Gypsophila
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lobelia gypsophila (also called 'Gypsum Lobelia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lobelia gypsophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lobelia gypsophila is blue and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lobelia gypsophila is a small, herbaceous perennial, growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Lobelia gypsophila
Lobelia gypsophila can be found in the western United States.
Lobelia gypsophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobelia gypsophila?
Lobelia gypsophila
What is the common name of Lobelia gypsophila?
Lobelia gypsophila
Where is Lobelia gypsophila found?
Lobelia gypsophila is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Japan.
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-352773: Based on the initial data import
Tina J. Ayers (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.J.Ayers' in the authors string.