Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
pratiana
ID:
815806

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gaudich. ex Lammers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Novon 8: 34 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815140

Common Names

  • Prat's Lobelia
  • Lobelia pratiana
  • Lobelia pratiana var. pratiana

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Description

Lobelia pratiana (also called 'Meadow 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 pratiana is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lobelia pratiana is a deep blue color, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia pratiana is a small, herbaceous perennial, growing up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Lobelia pratiana

Lobelia pratiana can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Lobelia pratiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia pratiana?

Lobelia pratiana

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia pratiana?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

What is the conservation status of Lobelia pratiana?

Least Concern

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-353131: Based on the initial data import
Charles Gaudichaud-Beaupré (1789-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaudich.' in the authors string.
Thomas G. Lammers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lammers' in the authors string.