Lobelia erinus

Owned by David Fefferman (@David).

Notes

Family: Campanulaceae. toxic to humans. toxic to pets. Commonly used as a bedding or edging plant, it is prized for its vibrant blue flowers. It prefers cool, moist conditions and may stop blooming in extreme summer heat.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Edging Lobelia

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Annual, Perennial, Flowering Ornamentals, Herb
Growth Habit
Herbaceous, Trailing

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Mild Temperate (40–85°F / 4–30°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Partial Sun

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat Location
Southern Africa

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Campanulaceae. toxic to humans. toxic to pets. Commonly used as a bedding or edging plant, it is prized for its vibrant blue flowers. It prefers cool, moist conditions and may stop blooming in extreme summer heat.
Edging Lobelia
Lobelia erinus by David

Lobelia

erinus

Common NameEdging Lobelia

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Annual, Perennial, Flowering Ornamentals, Herb
Growth Habit
Herbaceous, Trailing

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Mild Temperate (40–85°F / 4–30°C)
Humidity Range
Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
Light Needs
Partial Sun

Origin & Source

Natural Habitat LocationSouthern Africa

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Campanulaceae. toxic to humans. toxic to pets. Commonly used as a bedding or edging plant, it is prized for its vibrant blue flowers. It prefers cool, moist conditions and may stop blooming in extreme summer heat.