Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
comosa
ID:
815218

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 : 1323 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814552

Common Names

  • Lobelia comosa
  • Hairy Lobelia
  • Bushy Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia comosa (also called Hairy Lobelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal raceme of hairy flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia comosa has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory illnesses.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lobelia comosa var. secunda (Sond.) E.Wimm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia comosa has white flowers with a yellow center, small seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia comosa can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require frequent watering. Fertilize in the spring and summer for best results.

Where to Find Lobelia comosa

Lobelia comosa is native to the southeastern United States and can be found in moist, shady woodlands, as well as in wet meadows and along streams.

Lobelia comosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia comosa?

Lobelia comosa

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia comosa?

Woodland, meadows, and grasslands

What is the flowering period of Lobelia comosa?

June to August

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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