Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
campanulatus
ID:
476095

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cav.) Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4. 3: 228 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000475427

Common Names

  • Penstemon Campanulatus
  • Bell-Flowered Penstemon
  • Bell-Flowered Penstemon Plant

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Description

Penstemon campanulatus (also called Bell-shaped Penstemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae. It is native to the western United States, and is found in dry habitats. It is an erect, perennial herb with blue-violet flowers and long, lipped corollas and bell-shaped calyces.

Uses & Benefits

Penstemon campanulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Penstemon campanulatus var. chihuahuensis (Straw) B.L.Turner
Penstemon campanulatus var. campanulatus
Penstemon campanulatus var. subglandulosus S.S.White

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Penstemon campanulatus is a bell-shaped bloom with a white or pinkish-purple hue. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule that contains several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Penstemon campanulatus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Penstemon campanulatus

Penstemon campanulatus is native to the western United States and can be found in California, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada.

Penstemon campanulatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Penstemon campanulatus?

Penstemon campanulatus

What is the natural habitat of Penstemon campanulatus?

Penstemon campanulatus is found in the western United States.

What is the size of Penstemon campanulatus?

Penstemon campanulatus typically grows to a height of 15-30 cm.

Species in the Penstemon genus

Penstemon brevisepalus, Penstemon franklinii, Penstemon schaffneri, Penstemon saltarius, Penstemon moronensis, Penstemon inflatus, Penstemon pseudoparvus, Penstemon oklahomensis, Penstemon nitidus, Penstemon campanulatus, Penstemon tubiflorus, Penstemon vizcainensis, Penstemon vulcanellus, Penstemon gormanii, Penstemon gracilis, Penstemon gentianoides, Penstemon xylus, Penstemon superbus, Penstemon griffinii, Penstemon metcalfei, Penstemon wendtiorum, Penstemon dubius, Penstemon albidus, Penstemon ambiguus, Penstemon angustifolius, Penstemon auriberbis, Penstemon buckleyi, Penstemon clutei, Penstemon cobaea, Penstemon digitalis, Penstemon fendleri, Penstemon glaber, Penstemon haydenii, Penstemon jamesii, Penstemon laxiflorus, Penstemon pallidus, Penstemon procerus, Penstemon serrulatus, Penstemon tubaeflorus, Penstemon virens, Penstemon imberbis, Penstemon abietinus, Penstemon acaulis, Penstemon acuminatus, Penstemon alamosensis, Penstemon albertinus, Penstemon albomarginatus, Penstemon anguineus, Penstemon arenarius, Penstemon arenicola,

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:808027-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].