Description
Lobelia vanreenensis (also called Vanreen's Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the bellflower family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in the states of Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lobelia vanreenensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a pleasant fragrance and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lobelia vanreenensis is a small, green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small with a single pair of leaves.