Conanthera campanulata
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Basic Information
Family: Tecophilaeaceae
Genus: conanthera
Plant ID (slug): conanthera-campanulata
Numeric ID: 20713
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Conanthera campanulata is a BULB growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Southern S. America - Chile.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds; South Wall. By. West Wall. By.
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root - cooked[22, 46, 61, 177].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Conanthera campanulata