Status:
valid
Authors:
Ten.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (NAP, Neapolitano) 1827: 3 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000827238
Common Names
- Garganica Campanula
- Garganica Bellflower
- Garganica Harebell
Description
Campanula garganica (also called Gargano Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Gargano peninsula in Italy. It has an upright habit and produces white bell-shaped flowers. It grows in rocky areas, meadows and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Campanula garganica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds, borders, and rock gardens. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including coughs, colds, and digestive issues.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Campanula garganica sub. acarnanica (Damboldt) Damboldt
Campanula garganica sub. cephallenica (Feer) Hayek
Campanula garganica sub. garganica
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Campanula garganica has a bell-shaped flower with five pointed lobes and a long, thin stem. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campanula garganica is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When growing from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Campanula garganica should be grown in full sun to partial shade and kept moist.
Where to Find Campanula garganica
Campanula garganica can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Campanula garganica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campanula garganica?
Campanula garganica
What is the common name of Campanula garganica?
Gargano Bellflower
What is the optimal growing environment for Campanula garganica?
Campanula garganica prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
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,