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Genus: Lobelia Species: siphilitica Common Name: Blue Cardinal Flower Family: Campanulaceae + Lobeliaceae Order: Asterales Native: Central North America Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 2 to 3 feet Width: 1 to 1.5 feet Flowering Season: Summer to Fall Flower Color: Blue or white Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 4-9 Note: This clump-forming plant is suitable for perennial borders, woodland gardens, and near streams or ponds. The species name "siphilitica" is in reference to its medicinal use for venereal disease. Prefers partly shady, moist, well-drained, ordinary garden soil.