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arctic bellflower

Scientific Name: Campanula uniflora

Family: Campanulaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Campanula uniflora: Arctic Bellflower and Arctic Harebell

Campanula uniflora, commonly known as arctic bellflower or arctic harebell, is a captivating perennial herb belonging to the bellflower family.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is described as a "short and slender rhizomatous perennial." While not explicitly stated, its small size could potentially make it accessible to pets.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Campanula uniflora L.
  • Common Names: Arctic bellflower, arctic harebell
  • Family: Campanulaceae (Bluebell Family)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Etymology: Campanula: small bell; uniflora: one-flowered.

Distribution and Habitat

  • The arctic bellflower is found in arctic and alpine environments.
  • Specifically mentioned as present in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, Greenland, and Denali National Park and Preserve.
  • Observed on Precambrian bedrock outcrop, ca. 65 km S of Hudson Bay coast, ca. 83 km.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is a short and slender rhizomatous perennial.
  • Ranges from dwarf arctic and alpine species under 5 cm high.

Related Species

  • Campanula parryi var. parryi --- Parry's bellflower
  • Campanula rapunculoides --- rampion bellflower

Further Information

  • USDA-NRCS PLANTS Database
  • Discover Life mobile.