Status:
valid
Authors:
(Greene) Brand
Source:
tro
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. IV. 251(Heft 54): 168 1913
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279264
Common Names
- Hesperochiron campanulus
- Campanulus Hesperochiron
- Hesperochiron Campanulus
Description
Hesperochiron campanulus (also called Hesperochiron campanulus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 15 cm in height. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and streambanks. It has white flowers and its leaves are lance-shaped.
Uses & Benefits
Hesperochiron campanulus is used for its ornamental value in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be cooked and eaten. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hesperochiron campanulus are white or pink, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white or pink flowers.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hesperochiron campanulus is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 6-15 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Hesperochiron campanulus
Hesperochiron campanulus is native to the western United States, particularly in California.
Hesperochiron campanulus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hesperochiron campanulus?
Hesperochiron campanulus
What is the common name of Hesperochiron campanulus?
Campanulus starwort
What is the natural range of Hesperochiron campanulus?
South America
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Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
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Alkanna cordifolia,
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Alkanna froedinii,
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Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
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Alkanna kotschyana,
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Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
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