Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
nuttallii
ID:
816417

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roem. & Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1819

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 39 (1819)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815751

Common Names

  • Nuttallii Lobelia
  • Lobelia Nuttallii
  • Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia nuttallii (also called Nuttall's Lobelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 0.3 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist to wet forests, swamps, and bogs.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia nuttallii is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to North America. It has small, white flowers and is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It is also known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a great addition to any garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia nuttallii has a bright blue flower with a white center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia nuttallii is a perennial plant that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It is propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a cold frame in spring or autumn. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Lobelia nuttallii

Lobelia nuttallii is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Lobelia nuttallii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia nuttallii?

Lobelia nuttallii

What type of plant is Lobelia nuttallii?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the USDA hardiness zone of Lobelia nuttallii?

4-9

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-353687: Based on the initial data import
Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.