Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
brevifolia
ID:
815355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt. ex A.DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 7: 377 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814689

Common Names

  • Lobelia brevifolia
  • Short-Leaved Lobelia
  • Blue Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia brevifolia (also called 'Short-Leaved Lobelia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas. It is an evergreen shrub, growing up to 1 m tall, with opposite, lanceolate leaves and small, blue-purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia brevifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia brevifolia has small, blue-violet flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have short, stout stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia brevifolia is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and placed in moist, well-drained soil. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Lobelia brevifolia

Lobelia brevifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in moist, shady woodlands, as well as in wet meadows and along streams.

Lobelia brevifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia brevifolia?

Lobelia brevifolia

What is the common name of Lobelia brevifolia?

Lobelia brevifolia

Where is Lobelia brevifolia found?

Lobelia brevifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Japan.

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-352717: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.