Adria bellflower (Campanula portenschlagiana, J.J.Roemer & J.A.Schultes, Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 93 (1819))

Family: Campanulaceae

Author: Schult.

Bibliography: J.J.Roemer & J.A.Schultes, Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 93 (1819)

Year: 1819

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Campanula

Vegetable: False

Observations: Croatia to Hercegovina

Description

Adria bellflower, scientifically known as Campanula portenschlagiana, is a delightful species belonging to the family Campanulaceae. This charming perennial plant is notable for its vibrant and dense clusters of bell-shaped flowers, which exhibit a striking shade of deep purple or blue. The lush blooms typically adorn the plant from late spring to early autumn, creating a carpet of color that can enliven any garden setting.

Native to the rocky terrains and meadows of Croatia and Hercegovina, Adria bellflower thrives in well-drained soils and is particularly suited to rock gardens, walls, and alpine plantings. Its low-growing, spreading habit makes it an excellent groundcover, and its resilience allows it to flourish even in challenging conditions. The plant’s cascading growth can elegantly spill over garden edges and containers, making it a versatile addition to horticultural designs.

Originally classified and detailed in the early 19th century by the botanical authors J.J. Roemer and J.A. Schultes in their comprehensive work “Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 5: 93” published in 1819, Campanula portenschlagiana has since become a cherished species for plant enthusiasts and gardeners alike. Its ease of care, combined with its stunning floral display, ensures its continued popularity and presence in gardens across the world.

Common Names

Eng: adria bellflower, dalmatian bellflower, wall harebell
Fra: campanule de portenschlag, campanule de dalmatie
Deu: dalmatiner glockenblume, portenschlag- glockenblume
Dan: krybe-klokke
Swe: murklocka
Nld: dalmatiëklokje, dalmatieklokje
Cym: clychlys adria
En: Adria bellflower, Dalmatian bellflower, Wall harebell, Peach-leaf Bellflower
Hr: Portenšlagova zvončika
Cs: Zvonek dalmatský
Da: Krybeklokke, Krybe-klokke
Nl: Dalmatiëklokje, Dalmatieklokje
Et: Portenschlagi kellukas
Fi: Muurikello
Fr: Campanule de Dalmatie, Campanule de Portenschlag
De: Dalmatiner Glockenblume, Portenschlag- Glockenblume
Hu: Dalmát harangvirág
Is: Urðaklukka
Ru: Колокольчик Портеншлага
Sk: Zvonček skalničkový
Sv: Murklocka
Cy: Clychlys Adria

Synonyms

• Campanula muralis (Port. ex A.DC.)
• Campanula portenschlagiana f. grandiflora (Soljan)
• Campanula portenschlagiana var. hirsuta (Soljan)
• Campanula portenschlagiana var. pumila (Soljan)
• Campanula portenschlagiana var. pubescens (A.DC.)

Distribution

• Yugoslavia (native)
• Austria (introduced)
• Belgium (introduced)
• France (introduced)
• Great Britain (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

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Taken May 9, 2022 by David Nicolas (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 3, 2022 by Ya Lama (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 28, 2021 by kozo (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

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Taken Oct 29, 2021 by Feya Sterling (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Oct 29, 2021 by Feya Sterling (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 24, 2022 by sandrine ball (cc-by-sa)

Habit

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Taken Feb 24, 2022 by Dieter Albrecht (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 29, 2022 by Fabrice Rubio (cc-by-sa)

Bark

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Taken Jun 11, 2021 by Dieter Albrecht (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Apr 29, 2022 by Dave Flack (cc-by-sa)

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Fruit

Taken May 15, 2020 by Lionel ROCH (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5410411)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:140868-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Campanula portenschlagiana Schult.)

Specifications

Growth