Status:
valid
Authors:
Cav.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1801
Citation Micro:
Anales Ci. Nat. 3: 21 (1801)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000826398
Common Names
- Campanula Afra
- African Bellflower
- African Harebell
Description
Campanula afra (also called African Bellflower, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Africa. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and bell-shaped, blue-violet flowers. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Campanula afra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pains.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Campanula afra sub. hypocrateriformis (Dobignard) Fennane
Campanula afra sub. afra
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Campanula afra 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 afra 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).
Where to Find Campanula afra
Campanula afra can be found in South Africa.
Campanula afra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campanula afra?
Campanula afra
What is the common name of Campanula afra?
African Bellflower
Where is Campanula afra found?
Central and South America
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,