

How to identify Lobelias (Lobelia)
Lobelias is characterized by its upright growth habit, existing as either annual or perennial herbs. The plant features a series of alternating, simple leaves along its stem. Its distinctive flowers are a highlight, showcasing a remarkable tubular and irregular shape that culminates in two lips. The blossoms come in a vivid array of colors, including white, scarlet, or blue, each being 5-parted. After flowering, lobelias produces fruit in the form of a dry capsule. The unusual floral structure paired with its striking coloration makes lobelias a unique specimen among garden plants.
Tubular, 5-parted flowers with two distinct lips
Vivid colors like white, scarlet, or blue
Flowers measure 0.5 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm)
Distinctive irregular flower shape
Dry capsule fruit after flowering
The flowers of lobelias are tubular and irregular-shaped, featuring a uniquely 5-parted structure. They exhibit striking colors such as white, scarlet, or blue and possess two distinct lips. Typically small in size, each bloom measures around 0.5 to 1 inch (1.3 to 2.5 cm) in length. Their vivid hues and unusual shape make them easily recognizable during their blooming period. These flowers are a favorite among gardeners and nature enthusiasts alike for their vibrant appearance and distinctive form.
Gardenia jasminoides is an evergreen shrub with unique, glossy evergreen leaves and stunning flowers. The sophisticated, matte white flowers are often used in bouquets. The exceptional beauty of this ornamental plant has made it a popular and highly appreciated plant amongst gardeners and horticulturalists.
The golden pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a popular houseplant that is commonly seen in Australia, Asia, and the West Indies. It goes by many nicknames, including "devil's ivy", because it is so hard to kill and can even grow in low light conditions. Golden pothos has poisonous sap, so it should be kept away from pets and children.
Solanum lycopersicum is an annual or perennial herbaceous vine native to Central and South America that produces a large, juicy, edible fruit known as tomato. Today there are over 10000 cultivated varieties. Although tomato is the world’s most popular vegetable, botanically it is a fruit.
The pepper are commonly used for cooking in places such as the Southern U.S. and Central America. Most are moderately spicy, though because there are so many variants, the spice level can vary dramatically. Cayenne powder is also a popular seasoning product made from pepper plants.
The swiss cheese plant (Monstera deliciosa) produces bright, glossy leaves and makes a popular houseplant. It is originally native to tropical forest regions in Central America. The nickname swiss cheese plant refers to the small holes that develop in the plant's leaves. The long fruits resemble corncobs and smell sweet and fragrant when ripe.
The bigleaf hydrangea is a deciduous shrub native to Japan, and is known for its lush, oval, colorful inflorescence. The two types of Hydrangea macrophylla are mopheads - with large, ball-shaped, sterile flower clusters, and lace capes - with small round fertile flowers in the center, and sterile flowers on the outer side of each inflorescence. Depending on soil pH, blooms can change color from pink to blue.
Scientific Classification of Lobelias