Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
815951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 37: 359 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815285

Common Names

  • Lobelia grandifolia
  • Grandifolia Lobelia
  • Grandifolia Lobelia Plant

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Description

Lobelia grandifolia (also called Large-Leaf Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It has simple, alternate leaves that are lanceolate and have entire margins. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia grandifolia has a bright blue flower with a white center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia grandifolia is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall and allowed to germinate in the spring.

Where to Find Lobelia grandifolia

Lobelia grandifolia can be found in the United States and Mexico.

Lobelia grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia grandifolia?

Lobelia grandifolia

What is the family of Lobelia grandifolia?

Campanulaceae

What is the native range of Lobelia grandifolia?

Central and South 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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