Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
cooperi
ID:
820322

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brehmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 53: 115 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819656

Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia Cooperi
  • Mountain Bells
  • Purple Bells

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Description

Wahlenbergia cooperi (also called Cooper's wahlenbergia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It has blue flowers and grows in grasslands, woodlands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia cooperi is a great choice for rockeries and can be used as a border plant. It is also a great choice for erosion control on slopes and banks. The flowers of this plant are attractive and can be used to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wahlenbergia cooperi has white flowers with yellow centres, and small, black, shiny seeds. Its seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia cooperi is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and should be kept in a warm, sunny position until they have rooted.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia cooperi

Wahlenbergia cooperi is native to Brazil and Paraguay.

Wahlenbergia cooperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia cooperi?

Wahlenbergia cooperi

What is the common name of Wahlenbergia cooperi?

Cooper's Bluebell

What is the natural habitat of Wahlenbergia cooperi?

It is found in dry open forests, woodlands, and heathlands in Australia.

Species in the Wahlenbergia genus

Wahlenbergia krebsii, Wahlenbergia brehmeri, Wahlenbergia tibestica, Wahlenbergia thulinii, Wahlenbergia celata, Wahlenbergia orae, Wahlenbergia scopella, Wahlenbergia oxyphylla, Wahlenbergia sphaerica, Wahlenbergia songeana, Wahlenbergia silenoides, Wahlenbergia sessiliflora, Wahlenbergia serpentina, Wahlenbergia rupestris, Wahlenbergia scottii, Wahlenbergia schistacea, Wahlenbergia schlechteri, Wahlenbergia schwackeana, Wahlenbergia saxicola, Wahlenbergia subtilis, Wahlenbergia undulata, Wahlenbergia tumida, Wahlenbergia tuberosa, Wahlenbergia tsaratananae, Wahlenbergia transvaalensis, Wahlenbergia tortilis, Wahlenbergia tomentosula, Wahlenbergia stricta, Wahlenbergia squamifolia, Wahlenbergia squarrosa, Wahlenbergia stellarioides, Wahlenbergia subumbellata, Wahlenbergia subaphylla, Wahlenbergia subfusiformis, Wahlenbergia subpilosa, Wahlenbergia subrosulata, Wahlenbergia roxburghii, Wahlenbergia preissii, Wahlenbergia polytrichifolia, Wahlenbergia polyclada, Wahlenbergia polycephala, Wahlenbergia pinnata, Wahlenbergia pinifolia, Wahlenbergia pilosa, Wahlenbergia peruviana, Wahlenbergia persimilis, Wahlenbergia pauciflora, Wahlenbergia constricta, Wahlenbergia tenuis, Wahlenbergia papuana,

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,