Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
californica
ID:
827383

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Heller

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia 1: 46 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826717



Common Names

  • Campanula californica
  • California Bellflower
  • California Harebell


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Description

Campanula californica (also called California Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to California. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 30 cm tall, with blue-violet flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in rocky habitats, such as cliffs, and is often found in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Campanula californica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campanula californica has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campanula californica is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in early summer.

Where to Find Campanula californica

Campanula californica can be found in western North America.

Campanula californica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campanula californica?

Campanula californica

What is the common name of Campanula californica?

California Bellflower

What is the natural habitat of Campanula californica?

Grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

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-364158: Based on the initial data import
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.