Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
laxa
ID:
822010

Status:
valid

Authors:
MacOwan

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 25: 392 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000821344

Common Names

  • Lobelia Laxa
  • Lobelia laxa
  • Laxa Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia laxa (also called Indian Tobacco, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America. It grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized by its large, bright blue flowers and long, slender leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia laxa is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscapes. It has a long blooming period and is easy to care for. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lobelia laxa flower is a small, white, two-lipped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia laxa is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial. Propagation is done through seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-draining medium and keep the soil moist. Divide the clumps in spring and replant the divisions in well-draining medium.

Where to Find Lobelia laxa

Lobelia laxa is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found growing in rocky areas and in open meadows at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

Lobelia laxa FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia laxa?

Lobelia laxa is native to Central and South America.

What is the size of Lobelia laxa?

Lobelia laxa grows up to 1 m in height.

What is the blooming season of Lobelia laxa?

Lobelia laxa blooms in the summer and fall.

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-359018: Based on the initial data import
Peter MacOwan (1830-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'MacOwan' in the authors string.