Lobelia siphilitica, Great Blue Lobelia
Popular
Historical Uses: The Cherokee tribe was reported to make infusions from the leaves for colds and fevers. The Iroquois would use the plant as a gargle for coughs and would use infusions of smashed plants for antibewitchment.
- Listing ID: 1172
- Duration: Perennial
- Soil Moisture: 1-5 (dry to wet): 3-5
- Stratification: 60 days cold moist stratification required
- Bloom Time: July-October
- Family: Campanulaceae (Bellflower)
- Sunlight Exposure: Partial shade to mostly sun
- Latin Name: Lobelia siphilitica
- Common Name: Great Blue Lobelia
- Eco-Region: 251