Lobelia rhynchopetalum
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLobelia rhynchopetalum, the giant lobelia, is a flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is endemic to Ethiopia. Its habitat is the Afroalpine climate of the Semien Mountains and Bale Mountains National Park. Recent study show that it is under a threat of climate change. The plant is a pachycaulous "palmoid" plant up to 6.5 m (21 ft) height of which up to 3.5 m (11 ft) is the violet-flowered inflorescence.
Description
A herb.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia,
Notes
Probably edible.
Synonyms
References (1)
- Molla, A., Ethiopian Plant Names. http://www.ethiopic.com/aplants.htm
