Platycodon grandiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflorus
ID:
817424
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Campan. : 125 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816758
Common Names
- Platycodon grandiflorus
- Grandiflorus Platycodon
- Platycodon grandiflorus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Platycodon grandiflorus (also called Balloon Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It grows to a height of up to 60 cm and has a basal rosette of leaves. The flowers are bell-shaped and can be white, pink, or blue. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Platycodon grandiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Platycodon grandiflorus is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Platycodon grandiflorus is a herbaceous perennial that can be propagated by division. It should be planted in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and size.
Where to Find Platycodon grandiflorus
Platycodon grandiflorus is native to East Asia and can be found in the countries of Japan, Korea, and China.
Platycodon grandiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Platycodon grandiflorus?
Platycodon grandiflorus
What is the common name of Platycodon grandiflorus?
Balloon Flower
What is the natural habitat of Platycodon grandiflorus?
Native to East Asia
Species in the Platycodon genus
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-354641: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.