SafePlants

Idaho Bellflower (Campanula parryi)

The provided text discusses various aspects of the name "Bellflower" primarily in the context of geographical locations in Idaho and California, and property listings, but also references the plant species Campanula parryi and its variety Campanula parryi A. Gray var. idahoensis McVaugh, also known as Idaho Bellflower.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Campanula parryi
• Variety: Campanula parryi A. Gray var. idahoensis McVaugh
• Common Name: Idaho Bellflower, Parry's bellflower
• Family: Campanulaceae (Bellflower family)
• Synonyms: The text also mentions Campanula rapunculoides L. (Rampion Bellflower) and Campanula rotundifolia L. (Bluebell), although these are distinct species.

Distribution and Habitat

• The Idaho Bellflower, as the name suggests, is found in Idaho.
• The provided text references specific locations in Idaho like McCall, Boise, Blanchard, Post Falls, Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Blackfoot, Rexburg, and Shelley.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

• Campanula parryi is a perennial plant.
• It grows to approximately 0.3 meters (1 foot) in height and 0.5 meters (1 foot 8 inches) in spread.
• It exhibits a fast growth rate.
• It is hardy to zone (UK) 4.
• The flowers are hermaphrodite, possessing both male and female reproductive organs.

Ecological Role

• The text references "Creeping Bellflower", suggesting that some Campanula species can be invasive.

Further Information

• The text references the "USWildflowers Database State List for Idaho" and "University of Idaho Extension and Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station Publications" as potential sources for further information.