Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
sparsa
ID:
829654

Status:
valid

Authors:
Friv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Magyar Tud. Társ. Évk. 7: 201 (1836-1838 publ. 1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828989

Common Names

  • Sparsa Campanula
  • Sparsa Bellflower
  • Sparsa Harebell

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Description

Campanula sparsa (also called 'Sparse Bellflower', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces a tall, slender stem with bell-shaped, blue-violet flowers. It grows in rocky, grassy, and sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Campanula sparsa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Campanula sparsa sub. sphaerothrix (Griseb.) Hayek
Campanula sparsa sub. sparsa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Campanula sparsa 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 sparsa is a perennial plant that is native to Turkey. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in warmer climates and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Campanula sparsa

Campanula sparsa can be found in the western United States and Canada, growing in moist meadows and open woods.

Campanula sparsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Campanula sparsa?

Campanula sparsa

What is the common name of Campanula sparsa?

Sparsa Bellflower

What is the natural habitat of Campanula sparsa?

Grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and scrubland

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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