Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 466 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814507
Common Names
- Decken's Lobelia
- Lobelia deckenii
- Deckenii Lobelia
Description
Lobelia deckenii (also called Decken's Lobelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It has an upright habit and produces small, blue flowers. It is typically found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lobelia deckenii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory illnesses.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lobelia deckenii sub. deckenii
Lobelia deckenii sub. incipiens E.B.Knox
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Lobelia deckenii has small, blue flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lobelia deckenii can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will not thrive in dry conditions. It is best to water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer.
Where to Find Lobelia deckenii
Lobelia deckenii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula.
Lobelia deckenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lobelia deckenii?
Lobelia deckenii
What is the family of Lobelia deckenii?
Campanulaceae
What is the origin of Lobelia deckenii?
Tropical Africa
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,