lobelialobelia
genusgenusDiverse flowering plants that produce abundant, delicate blooms in vibrant shades of blue, purple, and white. These versatile plants can be found growing naturally in various habitats worldwide, from tropical mountains to temperate meadows.
Etymology
The genus was named after the Flemish botanist Matthias de l'Obel (1538-1616), who served as a physician to King James I of England and authored several influential works on plants.
Interesting fact!
Some species in this genus were traditionally used by Native American tribes for medicinal purposes and were once popular in Victorian-era herbal remedies.
All species of Lobelia
lobeliaSiphilitica
Great blue lobelia, Blue cardinal flower, Giant lobelia.
lobeliaCardinalis
Cardinal flower, Red cardinal, Scarlet lobelia.
lobeliaInflata
Indian tobacco, Bladder pod, Asthma weed.
lobeliaErinus
Trailing lobelia, Edging lobelia, Garden lobelia.
lobeliaTupa
Devil's tobacco, Chilean wild tobacco, Giant cardinal flower.
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