Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
leschenaultiana
ID:
815975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Skottsb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 4: 4 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815309

Common Names

  • Leschenault's Lobelia
  • Lobelia leschenaultiana
  • Lobelia leschenaultiana var. leschenaultiana

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Description

Lobelia leschenaultiana (also called Leschenault's 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 leschenaultiana is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and as an antispasmodic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia leschenaultiana 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 leschenaultiana

Lobelia leschenaultiana can be found in South America.

Lobelia leschenaultiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia leschenaultiana?

Lobelia leschenaultiana

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia leschenaultiana?

Lobelia leschenaultiana is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the uses of Lobelia leschenaultiana?

Lobelia leschenaultiana 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-353286: Based on the initial data import
Carl Skottsberg (1880-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skottsb.' in the authors string.