P h o t o b y K S N P C S t a f f
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Habitat:
Limestone glades and prairies.
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Species Description:
Annual or biennial herb.
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Phenology:
Flowering Period: Early May to late June.
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Additional Information at NatureServe
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Diagnostic Characteristics:
Lobelia gattingeri differs in having flowers that are deep blue and lack the opening at the tube base. The calyx lobes lack auricles and the are 2-4 mm in fruit (not inflated). Stems are glabrous.
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Management:
Timber removal may be beneficial and even needed to maintain the open character of the habitat for this species. Hand removal of trees in the vicinity of the population is necessary to avoid impacts from timber operations. Exotic pest plants are a threat to this species and should be removed. Avoid creating access to the site through trail or road construction.
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Global Range:
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Known Kentucky Occurrences:
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