Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
rockii
ID:
819816

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.St.John

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 36: 499 (1982 publ. 1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819150

Common Names

  • Rock's Trematolobelia
  • Rock's Wild Sage
  • Rock's Wild Salvia

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Description

Trematolobelia rockii (also called Rock's Lobelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white to pale pink flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry scrub and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Trematolobelia rockii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or pink, with a yellow centre. Seed: Small, black and oval shaped. Seedlings: Germinate quickly and have a long tap root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trematolobelia rockii is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Trematolobelia rockii

Trematolobelia rockii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Trematolobelia rockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trematolobelia rockii?

Trematolobelia rockii

What is the natural habitat of Trematolobelia rockii?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the average size of Trematolobelia rockii?

1-2 meters

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-356906: Based on the initial data import
Harold St. John (1892-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.St.John' in the authors string.