Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
longifolia
ID:
820148

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.DC.) Lammers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Taxon 44: 336 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819482

Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia longifolia
  • Long-leaved Wahlenbergia
  • Long-leaved Wahlenberga

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Description

Wahlenbergia longifolia (also called 'Long-Leaved Bluebell', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb, with blue-purple flowers, native to Australia. It grows in heathland, woodland and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Wahlenbergia longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Wahlenbergia longifolia var. longifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or pink, with a yellow centre. Seed: Small, black and oval shaped. Seedlings: Germinate quickly and have a long tap root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia longifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia longifolia

Wahlenbergia longifolia can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.

Wahlenbergia longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia longifolia?

Wahlenbergia longifolia

What is the common name of Wahlenbergia longifolia?

Longifolia

What is the family of Wahlenbergia longifolia?

Campanulaceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-357225: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.
Thomas G. Lammers (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lammers' in the authors string.