Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f. & Thomson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Ill. Himal. Pl. : t. 16 A (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000830524
Common Names
- Codonopsis gracilis
- Graceful Codonopsis
- Chinese Bellflower
Description
Codonopsis gracilis (also called Slender 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 gracilis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine. It is used to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an antioxidant and to boost the immune system. Non-medicinal uses include as a food source and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Codonopsis gracilis is white, with five petals and five sepals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Codonopsis gracilis 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 gracilis
Codonopsis gracilis is native to China and Japan.
Codonopsis gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Codonopsis gracilis?
Codonopsis gracilis
What is the family of Codonopsis gracilis?
Campanulaceae
What is the common name of Codonopsis gracilis?
Graceful Bellflower
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,