Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
pontica
ID:
828905

Status:
valid

Authors:
Albov

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 2: 116 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828239

Common Names

  • Pontica Campanula
  • Pontic Bellflower
  • Pontic Harebell

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Description

Campanula pontica (also called 'Pontic bellflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It is a perennial herb with blue flowers, and can reach up to 30 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Campanula pontica is an ornamental plant that is often used in flower beds, borders, and rock gardens. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campanula pontica has white or pale blue flowers, and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campanula pontica is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial that grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination, which usually takes about two weeks.

Where to Find Campanula pontica

Campanula pontica can be found in Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.

Campanula pontica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campanula pontica?

Campanula pontica

What is the common name of Campanula pontica?

Pontic Bellflower

Where is Campanula pontica found?

Southeastern 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,

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