Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
benthamii
ID:
831147

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 2: 14 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830482

Common Names

  • Codonopsis benthamii
  • Bentham's Codonopsis
  • Chinese Bellflower

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Description

Codonopsis benthamii (also called Bentham's Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It has a single stem and its leaves are ovate and green. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of cold temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Codonopsis benthamii is used as a food and medicinal plant. It is used to treat respiratory and digestive disorders, as well as to boost the immune system. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Codonopsis benthamii are yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Codonopsis benthamii is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to China and is found in open woodlands and grasslands from sea level to an elevation of 3,000 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Codonopsis benthamii

Codonopsis benthamii can be found in the Himalayas, China, and Japan.

Codonopsis benthamii FAQ

What is the common name of Codonopsis benthamii?

Benthamii

What is the natural habitat of Codonopsis benthamii?

Tropical rainforest

What is the growth habit of Codonopsis benthamii?

Evergreen shrub or small tree

Species in the Codonopsis genus

Codonopsis affinis, Codonopsis alpina, Codonopsis argentea, Codonopsis benthamii, Codonopsis bhutanica, Codonopsis bragaensis, Codonopsis bulleyana, Codonopsis canescens, Codonopsis cardiophylla, Codonopsis chimiliensis, Codonopsis chlorocodon, Codonopsis clematidea, Codonopsis cordifolioidea, Codonopsis deltoidea, Codonopsis farreri, Codonopsis foetens, Codonopsis gracilis, Codonopsis henryi, Codonopsis hongii, Codonopsis inflata, Codonopsis javanica, Codonopsis kawakamii, Codonopsis lanceolata, Codonopsis meleagris, Codonopsis micrantha, Codonopsis microtubulosa, Codonopsis obtusa, Codonopsis ovata, Codonopsis pilosula, Codonopsis purpurea, Codonopsis rotundifolia, Codonopsis subglobosa, Codonopsis subscaposa, Codonopsis subsimplex, Codonopsis thalictrifolia, Codonopsis tsinlingensis, Codonopsis tubulosa, Codonopsis ussuriensis, Codonopsis viridiflora, Codonopsis viridis, Codonopsis macrophylla, Codonopsis bomiensis, Codonopsis hemisphaerica, Codonopsis reflexa, Codonopsis campanulata, Codonopsis lixianica, Codonopsis elliptica, Codonopsis gongshanica,

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-367774: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Thomas Thomson (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thomson' in the authors string.