Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 164 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000828443
Common Names
- Campanula rapunculus
- Rapunculus Campanula
- Campanula Rapunculus
Description
Campanula rapunculus (also called 'rampion bellflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Campanulaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes. It is a perennial herb with blue flowers, and can reach up to 30 cm in height.
Uses & Benefits
Campanula rapunculus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a cut flower.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Campanula rapunculus sub. lambertiana (A.DC.) Rech.f.
Campanula rapunculus sub. rapunculus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Campanula rapunculus is a bell-shaped, white flower with a yellow throat. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Campanula rapunculus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and to divide the plant in the fall. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Campanula rapunculus
Campanula rapunculus is native to Europe and western Asia.
Campanula rapunculus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Campanula rapunculus?
Campanula rapunculus
What is the common name of Campanula rapunculus?
Rampion Bellflower
What is the natural habitat of Campanula rapunculus?
Mountain meadows and rocky slopes
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,