Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Campan. : 234 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826728
Common Names
- Campanula candida
- White Bellflower
- White Harebell
Description
Campanula candida (also called 'White Bellflower', 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 candida 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 candida is a bell-shaped, white bloom with pink stripes. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are short, thin, and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campanula candida 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 candida
Campanula candida can be found in the mountains of central and southern Europe.
Campanula candida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campanula candida?
Campanula candida
What is the common name of Campanula candida?
White harebell
What is the natural habitat of Campanula candida?
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,