Mountain harebell

Campanula lasiocarpa

Physical Characteristics

Campanula lasiocarpa is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan to Western N. America - Rocky Mountains.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Stem Edible Uses: Stems[177]. No more details are given, but the flowers and leaves of this plant should also be edible[K].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known