Devil's Tobacco

Lobelia Tupa

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Overview

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia tupa) is a statuesque perennial, flourishing to heights of 5-6 feet. Its striking red-tinged foliage and distinctive tall spires of deep scarlet flowers add drama from summer to early fall. The plant prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to part shade. Hardy to USDA Zone 7, Lobelia tupa commands attention in borders and as a focal point. Toxic if ingested; handle with care.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 6–10Climate Arid, Subtropical, Temperate

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia tupa) is a statuesque perennial, flourishing to heights of 5-6 feet

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Campanulaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical, Temperate

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Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — is an intriguing and bold perennial that adds dramatic flair to landscape designs; include Lobelia tupa in your, image 69

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — it should be noted that all parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested; include Lobelia tupa in your garden, image 78

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — making it a relatively low-maintenance choice for gardeners; from midsummer to early fall, the plant produces, image 77

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Devil's Tobacco prefers well-drained soil and can withstand drought-like conditions once established; toxic if, image 76

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — From midsummer to early fall, the plant produces tall, erect spires adorned with tubular, scarlet-red flowers, image 74

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Each bloom is about 2 to 3 inches in length; include Lobelia tupa in your garden for a touch of exotic allure and a, image 75

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