Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
815984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 3: 311 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815318

Common Names

  • Loose-flowered Lobelia
  • Lobelia laxiflora
  • Lobelia laxiflora var. laxiflora

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Description

Lobelia laxiflora (also called Loose-Flower 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 laxiflora is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and as an antispasmodic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lobelia laxiflora sub. angustifolia (A.DC.) Eakes & Lammers
Lobelia laxiflora sub. laxiflora
Lobelia laxiflora var. laxiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia laxiflora has a bright blue flower with a white throat. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia laxiflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a well-drained soil and cover lightly with soil. Keep the soil moist and the seeds should germinate in 7-14 days. Once the seedlings are established, thin to the desired spacing.

Where to Find Lobelia laxiflora

Lobelia laxiflora can be found in South America.

Lobelia laxiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia laxiflora?

Lobelia laxiflora

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia laxiflora?

Lobelia laxiflora is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Lobelia laxiflora?

Lobelia laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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,

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