Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
niveus
ID:
832658

Status:
valid

Authors:
Beck

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Wiener Ill. Gart.-Zeitung 18: 296 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831993

Common Names

  • Edraianthus Niveus
  • Snowy Edraianthus
  • Snowy False Asphodel

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Description

Edraianthus niveus (also called Snowy Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, bell-shaped flowers, native to the mountains of the Balkans. It is found in rocky, grassy and open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Edraianthus niveus is a popular ornamental plant, used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in the production of cut flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Edraianthus niveus has small, star-shaped flowers with five white petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Edraianthus niveus is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, grassy areas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. The divisions should be planted immediately in the desired location.

Where to Find Edraianthus niveus

Edraianthus niveus can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Edraianthus niveus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Edraianthus niveus?

Edraianthus niveus

What is the common name of Edraianthus niveus?

Snowy Bellflower

What type of soil does Edraianthus niveus prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

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,