Campanula americana
About
Campanula americana, the American bellflower, or tall bellflower, is an herbaceous wildflower and a member of the Campanulaceae family. Common binomial synonyms are Campanulastrum americana and Campanulastrum americanum. American bellflowers are native to the Eastern United States and Canada, often found growing along stream banks and woods. They bloom in the summer months with light blue to purple flowers. American bellflowers can be annual or biennial plants, depending on the season of germination.
- Family
- Campanulaceae
How to use it
American bellflowers can be a delightful addition to gardens, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. They thrive in areas with moist soil, making them perfect for planting near streams or in woodland gardens. Their vibrant flowers not only beautify the landscape but also support local ecosystems.
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Gardening tip
When planting American bellflowers, make sure to place them in a spot with moist soil, as they love to grow near streams and in wooded areas. This will help them thrive and bloom beautifully!
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In the kitchen
The American bellflower is not typically eaten by humans, so it's best to admire its beauty in gardens or natural settings rather than in the kitchen.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Campanula americana
- Slug
- campanula-americana
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Campanulaceae
- Genus
- Campanula
- Species
- americana
- Wikidata QID
- Q1877441
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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