Lobelia dunbarii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dunbarii
ID:
816249
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rock
Source:
wcs
Year:
1919
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Stud. Haw. Lobelioid. : 133 (1919)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815583
Common Names
- Dunbar's Lobelia
- Lobelia dunbarii
- Dunbar Lobelia
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Lobelia dunbarii (also called 'Dunbar's Lobelia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. It has small, ovate leaves and produces blue flowers with a yellow center. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Lobelia dunbarii is mainly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is known for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory ailments and skin diseases.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lobelia dunbarii sub. paniculata (Rock) LammersLobelia dunbariae sub. dunbariae
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Lobelia dunbarii has a bright orange flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have bright green leaves.
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Lobelia dunbarii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent blooms will promote more blooms.
Where to Find Lobelia dunbarii
Lobelia dunbarii is native to the southeastern United States, and can be found in moist, shady areas. It is also found in parts of Mexico and Central America.
Lobelia dunbarii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobelia dunbarii?
Lobelia dunbarii
What is the family of Lobelia dunbarii?
Campanulaceae
Where is Lobelia dunbarii found?
It is found in the mountains of Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
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-353533: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Rock (1884-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rock' in the authors string.