Lobelia siphilitica

A short lived perennial that needs open ground for seed germination or it dies out. Found in very moist to wet areas in sun to part shade. Tolerates somewhat drier sites than L. cardinalis. All Lobelias are poisonous, but hummingbirds and pollinators are frequent visitors. The specific name reflects an inaccurate historic belief that the species was a cure for siphilis.

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Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
Great Blue Lobelia
Type: 
Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Moisture: 
Moist
Wet
Light: 
Part Sun
Part Shade
Recommended for gardening
Used in traditional 19th century gardens

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