Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
815458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rzed. & Calderón

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 40: 62 (1997).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814792

Common Names

  • Lobelia Orientalis
  • Orientalis Lobelia
  • Lobelia Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia orientalis (also called 'Oriental Lobelia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to China. It is found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia orientalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Blue flowers with a sweet fragrance. Seed: Small, black and oval-shaped. Seedlings: Have a single stem and are covered in small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia orientalis is a fast-growing perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Division should be done in early summer and the divisions should be planted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lobelia orientalis

Lobelia orientalis can be found in the Himalayas.

Lobelia orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia orientalis?

Lobelia orientalis

What is the family of Lobelia orientalis?

Campanulaceae

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia orientalis?

Forests in Turkey

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-352812: Based on the initial data import
Jerzy Rzedowski (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rzed.' in the authors string.
Graciela Calderón (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Calderón' in the authors string.