Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
forsythii
ID:
827879

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Arcang.) Podlech

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 71: 81 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000827213



Common Names

  • Forsythii Campanula
  • Forsythii Bellflower
  • Forsythii Harebell


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Description

Campanula forsythii (also called Forsyth’s Bellflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb that typically grows to a height of 0.2-0.6 m. It is native to Europe, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Campanula forsythii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campanula forsythii has a bell-shaped flower with five pointed lobes and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campanula forsythii 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 forsythii

Campanula forsythii can be found in the Mediterranean region and in the Caucasus.

Campanula forsythii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campanula forsythii?

Campanula forsythii

What is the common name of Campanula forsythii?

Forsyth's Bellflower

What is the optimal growing environment for Campanula forsythii?

Campanula forsythii prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

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-364646: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Arcangeli (1840-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arcang.' in the authors string.
Dietrich Podlech (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Podlech' in the authors string.