Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
stricta
ID:
820051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. , ed. 2: 593 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819385



Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia stricta
  • Stricta
  • Strict


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Description

Wahlenbergia stricta (also called Upright Bluebell, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It is found in the grasslands of the Transvaal region, growing in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It has blue, bell-shaped flowers and long, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia stricta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Wahlenbergia stricta sub. stricta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wahlenbergia stricta has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia stricta can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia stricta

Wahlenbergia stricta is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Wahlenbergia stricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia stricta?

Wahlenbergia stricta

What is the common name of Wahlenbergia stricta?

Strict Bluebell

What is the natural habitat of Wahlenbergia stricta?

Grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops

Species in the Wahlenbergia genus

Wahlenbergia krebsii, Wahlenbergia brehmeri, Wahlenbergia tibestica, Wahlenbergia thulinii, Wahlenbergia celata, Wahlenbergia orae, Wahlenbergia scopella, Wahlenbergia oxyphylla, Wahlenbergia sphaerica, Wahlenbergia songeana, Wahlenbergia silenoides, Wahlenbergia sessiliflora, Wahlenbergia serpentina, Wahlenbergia rupestris, Wahlenbergia scottii, Wahlenbergia schistacea, Wahlenbergia schlechteri, Wahlenbergia schwackeana, Wahlenbergia saxicola, Wahlenbergia subtilis, Wahlenbergia undulata, Wahlenbergia tumida, Wahlenbergia tuberosa, Wahlenbergia tsaratananae, Wahlenbergia transvaalensis, Wahlenbergia tortilis, Wahlenbergia tomentosula, Wahlenbergia stricta, Wahlenbergia squamifolia, Wahlenbergia squarrosa, Wahlenbergia stellarioides, Wahlenbergia subumbellata, Wahlenbergia subaphylla, Wahlenbergia subfusiformis, Wahlenbergia subpilosa, Wahlenbergia subrosulata, Wahlenbergia roxburghii, Wahlenbergia preissii, Wahlenbergia polytrichifolia, Wahlenbergia polyclada, Wahlenbergia polycephala, Wahlenbergia pinnata, Wahlenbergia pinifolia, Wahlenbergia pilosa, Wahlenbergia peruviana, Wahlenbergia persimilis, Wahlenbergia pauciflora, Wahlenbergia constricta, Wahlenbergia tenuis, Wahlenbergia papuana,

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-357138: Based on the initial data import
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.