Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Species:
horvatii
ID:
832646

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lakušić

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
God. Biol. Inst. Sarajevu 26: 44 (1973 publ. 1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000831981

Common Names

  • Edraianthus Horvatii
  • Horvat's Edraianthus
  • Horvat's False Asphodel

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Description

Edraianthus horvatii (also called Horvat's Bellflower, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with small, bell-shaped flowers, native to the mountains of the Balkans. It is found in rocky, grassy and open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Edraianthus horvatii is a popular houseplant and is used in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Edraianthus horvatii has small, star-shaped flowers with five white petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Edraianthus horvatii is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, grassy areas. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. The divisions should be planted immediately in the desired location.

Where to Find Edraianthus horvatii

Edraianthus horvatii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Edraianthus horvatii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Edraianthus horvatii?

Edraianthus horvatii

What is the common name of Edraianthus horvatii?

Horvat's Bellflower

What type of soil does Edraianthus horvatii prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-369206: Based on the initial data import
Radomir Lakušić (1933-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lakušić' in the authors string.