Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Braga
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Tribuna Farm. 32: 5 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815031
Common Names
- Paranaensis Lobelia
- Paranaensis Lobelia Plant
- Lobelia Paranaensis
Description
Lobelia paranaensis (also called Parana Lobelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces small, pale blue flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, stream banks, and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Lobelia paranaensis is used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory ailments, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lobelia paranaensis is a pale blue, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, light green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lobelia paranaensis is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Lobelia paranaensis
Lobelia paranaensis can be found in the mountains of South America.
Lobelia paranaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobelia paranaensis?
Lobelia paranaensis
What is the common name of Lobelia paranaensis?
Parana Lobelia
Where is Lobelia paranaensis native to?
South America
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
Ruby Braga: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Braga' in the authors string.