| Wildflower Information for Lobelia cardinalis | |
|---|---|
| Common name(s) | Cardinal flower |
| Family | Campanulaceae (Bellflower family) |
| Flowers | color: red petals: five |
| Leaves | alternate |
| Lifecycle | perennial |
| Peak bloom period | August |
| Origin | native |
Wildflowers of the National Capital Region
Discovering wildflowers in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia
Lobelia cardinalis
Common name: Cardinal flower