Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
seguinii
ID:
815573

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév. & Vaniot

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 186 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814907

Common Names

  • Lobelia seguinii
  • Seguin's Lobelia
  • Blue Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia seguinii (also called Seguin's Lobelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It has a basal rosette of leaves and an erect stem, with white to pink flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia seguinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as asthma, bronchitis, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lobelia seguinii is a pale blue, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, light green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia seguinii is a fast-growing perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Division should be done in early summer and the divisions should be planted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Lobelia seguinii

Lobelia seguinii can be found in Mexico.

Lobelia seguinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia seguinii?

Lobelia seguinii

What is the family of Lobelia seguinii?

Campanulaceae

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia seguinii?

Forests in Mexico

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-352917: Based on the initial data import
Eugène Vaniot (1846-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vaniot' in the authors string.
Augustin Abel Hector Léveillé (1864-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Lév.' in the authors string.