Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
bella
ID:
832564

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoover

Source:
wcs

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 2: 2 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831899



Common Names

  • Downingia Bella
  • Beautiful Downingia
  • Beautiful False Asphodel


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Description

Downingia bella (also called Beautiful Downingia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to California. It grows in moist and shady places, and has long, narrow leaves and small blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Downingia bella is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Downingia bella is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Downingia bella is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Downingia bella

Downingia bella can be found in the western United States, from California to Washington.

Downingia bella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Downingia bella?

Downingia bella

What is the natural habitat of Downingia bella?

Freshwater lakes and rivers

What is the conservation status of Downingia bella?

Least Concern

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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