Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
sharsmithiae
ID:
829590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Morin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Madroño 27: 159 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828925

Common Names

  • Sharsmithiae Campanula
  • Sharsmithiae Bellflower
  • Sharsmithiae Harebell

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Description

Campanula sharsmithiae (also called Sharsmith's bellflower, among many other common names) is a species of bellflower native to the Caucasus region of Eurasia. It is an herbaceous perennial with erect stems and small, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Campanula sharsmithiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract bees and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campanula sharsmithiae has white to pale blue flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Campanula sharsmithiae is a perennial herb native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Division should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant prefers moist soils and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Campanula sharsmithiae

Campanula sharsmithiae can be found in the western United States, growing in dry, rocky places.

Campanula sharsmithiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campanula sharsmithiae?

Campanula sharsmithiae

What is the family of Campanula sharsmithiae?

Campanulaceae

Where is Campanula sharsmithiae found?

It is found in the mountains of Central 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-366311: Based on the initial data import
Nancy Ruth Morin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morin' in the authors string.