Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
poetica
ID:
815735

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Wimm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 22: 195 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815069

Common Names

  • Lobelia poetica
  • Poetic Lobelia
  • Lobelia of Poets

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Description

Lobelia poetica (also called 'Poet's Lobelia', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has long, narrow leaves and produces blue or purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, and can also be found in disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia poetica has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating respiratory ailments, and as an ornamental plant. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Lobelia poetica has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Seeds: The seeds of Lobelia poetica are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Lobelia poetica are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia poetica is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors.

Where to Find Lobelia poetica

Lobelia poetica can be found in the mountains of Mexico and Central America.

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,

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