Description
Campanula afganica (also called Afghan Bellflower, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Central Asia. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and bell-shaped, blue-violet flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Campanula afganica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pains.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Campanula afganica is a bell-shaped, blue flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campanula afganica is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F).