Lobelia loochooensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
loochooensis
ID:
816020
Status:
valid
Authors:
Koidz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1929
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 43: 406 (1929)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815354
Common Names
- Loochooensis Lobelia
- Loochooensis Bluebells
- Loochooensis Cardinal Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lobelia loochooensis (also called Loochoo Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It is found in wet meadows, along streams, in swamps, and in other moist areas. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lobelia loochooensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and sedative properties, and is used to treat asthma, bronchitis, and other respiratory conditions. It is also used to treat digestive problems, skin conditions, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lobelia loochooensis is a small, white, five-lobed corolla with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lobelia loochooensis is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun to part shade. It is best propagated by division in the spring or by seed. It can be grown from seed sown in the fall or spring. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Lobelia loochooensis
Lobelia loochooensis can be found in South America.
Lobelia loochooensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobelia loochooensis?
Lobelia loochooensis
What is the common name of Lobelia loochooensis?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Lobelia loochooensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of China
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-353327: Based on the initial data import
Gen-ichi Koidzumi (1883-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koidz.' in the authors string.