Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
cana
ID:
827391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 101 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826725

Common Names

  • Campanula cana
  • Hoary Bellflower
  • Hoary Harebell

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Description

Campanula cana (also called 'Harebell', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Campanula cana 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

The flower of Campanula cana is a bell-shaped, white bloom with yellow stripes. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are short, thin, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campanula cana is a hardy perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best to divide the plants in the spring or fall when they are actively growing. Seeds can be sown in the spring and should be lightly covered with soil. The seeds should be kept moist and should germinate in 10-14 days.

Where to Find Campanula cana

Campanula cana can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.

Campanula cana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campanula cana?

Campanula cana

What is the common name of Campanula cana?

Harebell

What is the natural habitat of Campanula cana?

Grassy 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,

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