Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
816332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Brit. Fl. Gard. 5: t. 174 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000815666

Common Names

  • Speciosa Lobelia
  • Lobelia Speciosa
  • Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia speciosa (also called 'Showy Lobelia', 'Showy Blue Cardinal Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and stream banks. It has a hairy stem and leaves, and its flowers are deep blue with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia speciosa has small blue flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia speciosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Pruning is recommended to keep the plant looking its best.

Where to Find Lobelia speciosa

Lobelia speciosa can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Lobelia speciosa FAQ

What are the common names for Lobelia speciosa?

Showy Lobelia

What is the natural habitat of Lobelia speciosa?

It is native to North America.

What are the medicinal uses of Lobelia speciosa?

It is used to treat respiratory conditions, such as asthma, bronchitis, and whooping cough.

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,