Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
lucayana
ID:
815999

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Millsp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bahama Fl. : 428 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815333

Common Names

  • Lucayana Lobelia
  • Lucayana Bluebells
  • Lucayana Cardinal Flower

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Description

Lobelia lucayana (also called 'Lucayan Lobelia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to the Bahamas and Cuba, and is typically found in moist forests and along streams. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with opposite, simple leaves and blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia lucayana 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

The flower of Lobelia lucayana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia lucayana 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 lucayana

Lobelia lucayana can be found in the Caribbean.

Lobelia lucayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia lucayana?

Lobelia lucayana

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia lucayana?

Lobelia lucayana is native to the Caribbean.

What are the uses of Lobelia lucayana?

Lobelia lucayana 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-353308: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Charles Frederick Millspaugh (1854-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Millsp.' in the authors string.