Lysipomia sphagnophilum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphagnophilum
ID:
1290779
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Chlor. Andina 2: 15 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290117
Common Names
- Sphagnum Lobelia
- Lysipomia sphagnophilum
- Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lysipomia sphagnophilum (also called Bog Lysipomia, among many other common names) is an herb species in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in tropical climates in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in wet meadows, marshes, and wetland edges.
Uses & Benefits
Lysipomia sphagnophilum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lysipomia sphagnophilum has small, white flowers with yellow or purple centres. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lysipomia sphagnophilum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 30 cm apart.
Where to Find Lysipomia sphagnophilum
Lysipomia sphagnophilum can be found in the Caribbean and Central America.
Lysipomia sphagnophilum FAQ
What type of plant is Lysipomia sphagnophilum?
Lysipomia sphagnophilum is a shrub found in the tropics.
What is the scientific classification of Lysipomia sphagnophilum?
Lysipomia sphagnophilum is classified as a member of the Campanulaceae family.
Where is Lysipomia sphagnophilum found?
Lysipomia sphagnophilum is found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Lysipomia genus
Lysipomia pumila, Lysipomia brachysiphonia, Lysipomia multiflora, Lysipomia cuspidata, Lysipomia laricina, Lysipomia laciniata, Lysipomia hutchisonii, Lysipomia hirta, Lysipomia gracilis, Lysipomia globularis, Lysipomia muscoides, Lysipomia wurdackii, Lysipomia vitreola, Lysipomia tubulosa, Lysipomia subpeltata, Lysipomia sphagnophila, Lysipomia crassomarginata, Lysipomia bilineata, Lysipomia aretioides, Lysipomia acaulis, Lysipomia bourgoinii, Lysipomia glandulifera, Lysipomia rhizomata, Lysipomia montioides, Lysipomia oellgaardii, Lysipomia sparrei, Lysipomia speciosa, Lysipomia caespitosa, Lysipomia cylindrocarpa, Lysipomia lehmannii, Lysipomia sphagnophilum, Lysipomia mitsyae, Lysipomia petrosa,
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
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:144076-1: Based on the initial data import