Spotted bellflower (Campanula punctata, Encycl. 1: 586 (1785))

Family: Campanulaceae

Author: Lam.

Bibliography: Encycl. 1: 586 (1785)

Year: 1785

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Campanula

Vegetable: False

Observations: E. Siberia to China and Japan

Description

The spotted bellflower, scientifically known as Campanula punctata, is a captivating plant belonging to the Campanulaceae family. First documented in 1785 by the renowned botanist Lam., this plant has a rich history and an expansive geographical distribution, extending from Eastern Siberia through China and all the way to Japan.

The spotted bellflower is cherished for its unique and attractive appearance. Its flowers are typically bell-shaped and speckled, which gives the plant its common name. The blossoms can vary in color, often presenting in hues of white, pink, or mauve, adorned with distinctive spots that add to their ornamental appeal. These flowers usually bloom in the summer, making the plant a delightful addition to gardens during this season.

Native to diverse regions, the robust nature of Campanula punctata allows it to thrive in various climates and soil types, from the frigid realms of Siberia to the temperate and sometimes tropical zones of China and Japan. It is a perennial plant, meaning it can regrow each year, providing lasting beauty and ecological benefits to the places it inhabits.

In gardening and landscaping, the spotted bellflower is valued not only for its aesthetic qualities but also for its relatively low maintenance. It can serve as a charming groundcover or be strategically planted to accentuate garden beds and borders. For those interested in cultivating it, ensuring well-drained soil and adequate sunlight can help the plant flourish.

Given its widespread availability and ease of growth, the spotted bellflower has captivated botanists, gardeners, and plant enthusiasts alike. Its enchanting flowers and hardiness make it a favored choice for many, embodying both the natural beauty and resilience of the regions it originates from.

Common Names

Eng: spotted bellflower
Swe: prickklocka
Deu: punktierte glockenblume
En: Spotted bellflower, Chinese Rampion
Ar: جريس موشم
Az: Xallı zəngçiçəyi
Zh: Zi ban feng ling cao, 紫斑风铃草
Cs: Zvonek tečkovaný
Fi: Pisamakello
De: Punktierte Glockenblume
Is: Dröfnuklukka
Ja: Hotaru-bukuro
Ko: 초롱꽃
Ru: Колокольчик точечный
Sv: Prickklocka
Zh-hant: 紫斑風鈴草

Synonyms

Distribution

• Amur (native)
• China North-Central (native)
• China South-Central (native)
• China Southeast (native)
• Chita (native)
• Inner Mongolia (native)
• Japan (native)
• Khabarovsk (native)
• Korea (native)
• Magadan (native)
• Manchuria (native)
• Mongolia (native)
• Primorye (native)
• Sakhalin (native)
• Yakutskiya (native)
• New Hampshire (introduced)

Additional Images

Other

Taken Dec 10, 2021 by Lavinia Chu (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 18, 2018 by Denise Raturat (cc-by-sa)

Flower

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Leaf

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Taken Jun 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 27, 2021 by Winston Goretsky (cc-by-sa)

Bark

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Habit

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Taken Jun 25, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5411557)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:140913-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Campanula punctata Lam.)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth