Rampion bellflower

Campanula rapunculus

perennial0.5×0.3 mzone 4–7partial shade

Profile

Family: Campanulaceae
Habit: perennial
Height: 0.5 m
Spread: 0.3 m
Growth: medium
Lifespan: 2 years
First yield: after 1 year
Hardiness: zone 4–7
Shade tolerance: partial shade
Soil: Sand, Silt
Soil moisture: semi-dry – very moist
pH: 6.6 – 7.6

Uses

Edible4 of 10

Other uses1 of 10

Origin & habitat

Europe – Mediterranean region. Introduced to Britain.

Grows in dry meadows, along paths and shrub edges, and on grasslands with moderately dry, nutrient-rich, and loamy soils. Prefers calcareous soils and occurs in plant communities of the Origanetalia order as well as Mesobromion and Arrhenatherion alliances. Found up to altitudes of approximately 1500 meters. Tolerates partly shaded to sunny locations.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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