Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
wahiawa
ID:
838175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lammers

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 1: 802 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837510

Common Names

  • Wahiawa Lobelia
  • Lobelia
  • Hawaiian Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia wahiawa (also called Wahiawa Lobelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Hawaii. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 1 m tall, with a trunk up to 10 cm in diameter. It is found in wet forests, typically in areas with volcanic soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia wahiawa is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin problems, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia wahiawa has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia wahiawa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Lobelia wahiawa

Lobelia wahiawa can be found in Hawaii.

Lobelia wahiawa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia wahiawa?

Lobelia wahiawa

What is the common name of Lobelia wahiawa?

Wahiawa Lobelia

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia wahiawa?

Lobelia wahiawa is native to tropical rainforests in Hawaii.

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-374824: Based on the initial data import
Thomas G. Lammers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lammers' in the authors string.