Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
ramosissima
ID:
820134

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) Thulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. Upsal. 21(1): 187 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000819468

Common Names

  • Wahlenbergia Ramosissima
  • Very-branched Wahlenbergia
  • Very-branched Bluebell

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Description

Wahlenbergia ramosissima (also called 'Many-Branched 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 ramosissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and to control erosion.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Wahlenbergia ramosissima sub. lateralis (v.Brehm.) Thulin
Wahlenbergia ramosissima sub. ramosissima
Wahlenbergia ramosissima sub. centiflora Thulin
Wahlenbergia ramosissima sub. zambiensis Thulin
Wahlenbergia ramosissima sub. oldenlandioides Thulin
Wahlenbergia ramosissima sub. richardsiae Thulin
Wahlenbergia ramosissima sub. subcapitata Thulin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Wahlenbergia ramosissima are white and bell-shaped. Seed: The seeds of Wahlenbergia ramosissima are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Wahlenbergia ramosissima are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wahlenbergia ramosissima is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Wahlenbergia ramosissima

Wahlenbergia ramosissima is native to Australia and can be found in Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

Wahlenbergia ramosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wahlenbergia ramosissima?

Wahlenbergia ramosissima

What type of soil does Wahlenbergia ramosissima prefer?

Wahlenbergia ramosissima prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Wahlenbergia ramosissima need?

Wahlenbergia ramosissima needs full sun to partial shade.

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-357212: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.