Campanula latifolia
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Campanula latifolia
Also known as:
Large Campanula, Giant bellflower
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
1.50 m
Width:
0.50 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
3-7
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Shadow, Half shade
Shadow, Half shade
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Flowers, Trunk
Leaves, Flowers, Trunk
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
None
None
Description
Young shoots can be eaten both raw and cooked and contain up to 400 mg% vitamin C. Carrots are suitable for consumption in their raw form. Both the flowers can be eaten raw or cooked and have a pleasant, sweet flavor.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/05
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Crataegus monogyna provides structural support and attracts beneficial insects that can help pollinate Campanula latifolia. |
|
Betula pendula Birches |
Betula pendula provides shade and helps retain soil moisture, benefiting the moisture-loving Campanula latifolia. |
|
Rubus idaeus Raspberry |
Rubus idaeus (raspberry) can act as a support for Campanula latifolia while providing berries for consumption. |
|
Verbena officinalis Vervain, Herb of the cross, Prostrate verbena |
Verbena officinalis attracts pollinators and can help deter pests, benefiting the growth of Campanula latifolia. |
|
Cornus canadensis Creeping dogwood |
Rhamnus frangula provides additional structure and soil stabilization, benefiting Campanula latifolia in terms of support and health. |