Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
valida
ID:
815329

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1934: 260 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000814663

Common Names

  • Lobelia valida
  • Valid Lobelia
  • Blue Lobelia

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Description

Lobelia valida (also called Robust Lobelia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal raceme of flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Lobelia valida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lobelia valida has small, blue-violet flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have short, stout stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lobelia valida is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and should be kept in temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Where to Find Lobelia valida

Lobelia valida is native to South Africa and can be found in moist, shady woodlands, as well as in wet meadows and along streams.

Lobelia valida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lobelia valida?

Lobelia valida

What is the family of Lobelia valida?

Campanulaceae

What is the origin of Lobelia valida?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-352694: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.