Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
campanulus
ID:
1279926

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


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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.

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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

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50302985: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
August Brand (1863-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brand' in the authors string.