Description
Lobelia yuccoides (also called Yucca-like Lobelia, among many other common names) is an annual herb in the bellflower family. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in the states of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods, meadows, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lobelia yuccoides is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is known for its attractive blue flowers and is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including asthma, bronchitis, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lobelia yuccoides is a small, green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small with a single pair of leaves.