Lobelia bambuseti (Bamboo forest giant lobelia)

Cultivation

Not reliably hardy. In mild areas, grow in moist but well-drained, neutral loam or sand in full sun or partial shade. In ideal conditions, may form thickets over time. Native to timberline forests in Kenya. Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in bright, filtered light.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Sub-Tropical, Greenhouse, Conservatory

UK hardiness

H3

USDA zones

Zone 9, Zone 10, Zone 11, Zone 12

Sunset zone

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Evergreen

Habit

Erect

Native to

Kenya

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Toxicity

All parts are poisonous if ingested. Contact may cause skin irritation.