Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
827236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 109 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826570

Common Names

  • Axillary Bellflower
  • Axillary Campanula
  • Axillary Harebell

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Description

Campanula axillaris (also called Harebell, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has blue bell-shaped flowers and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Campanula axillaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campanula axillaris has bell-shaped flowers that are usually blue, white, or purple in color. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campanula axillaris is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment and keep them consistently moist until germination. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm environment until the cutting takes root.

Where to Find Campanula axillaris

Campanula axillaris can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Campanula axillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campanula axillaris?

Campanula axillaris

What is the common name of Campanula axillaris?

Axillary bellflower

Where is Campanula axillaris native to?

Europe

Species in the Campanula genus

Campanula pamphylica, Campanula acutiloba, Campanula afganica, Campanula afra, Campanula aghrica, Campanula aizoides, Campanula aizoon, Campanula ajugifolia, Campanula akgulii, Campanula akhdarensis, Campanula alaskana, Campanula alata, Campanula alata, Campanula albanica, Campanula aldanensis, Campanula alliariifolia, Campanula alpestris, Campanula alphonsii, Campanula alpina, Campanula alsinoides, Campanula amasiae, Campanula americana, Campanula anchusiflora, Campanula andina, Campanula andrewsii, Campanula angustiflora, Campanula antalyensis, Campanula antilibanotica, Campanula aparinoides, Campanula argentea, Campanula argyrotricha, Campanula ariana, Campanula aristata, Campanula armena, Campanula arvatica, Campanula asperuloides, Campanula atlantis, Campanula aurita, Campanula austroxinjiangensis, Campanula autraniana, Campanula axillaris, Campanula baborensis, Campanula balfourii, Campanula barbata, Campanula baumgartenii, Campanula bayerniana, Campanula bellidifolia, Campanula bertolae, Campanula betonicifolia, Campanula betulifolia,

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-364019: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.