What is another word for lobelia?

19 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ lə͡ʊbˈiːli͡ə], [ lə‍ʊbˈiːli‍ə], [ l_əʊ_b_ˈiː_l_iə]

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How to use "Lobelia" in context?

Lobelia is a genus of flowering plants in the aster family, Commelinaceae. It contains only one species, Lobelia inflata, native to Europe and the Near East. The herbaceous flowering plant typically grows to a height of 50 cm, with leaves that are oblong and lance-shaped, and a single flower head with around 100 white or pink ray florets and 22-38 yellow disc florets. The specific epithet inflata means "inflated", and refers to the tubular shape of the flower head. Lobelia is used in herbalism to treat respiratory issues, such as asthma.

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