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Description
Campanula Lactiflora Superba, also known as Milky Bellflower, is a perennial herbaceous plant that belongs to the Campanulaceae family. This plant is native to China, Korea, and Japan and has become a popular ornamental plant in many countries. It grows up to 3 feet tall and produces beautiful bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Campanulaceae |
| Genus | Campanula |
Appearance
Campanula Lactiflora Superba has long, slender stems that grow upright and produce dark green leaves. The leaves are lance-shaped and have serrated edges. The flowers are bell-shaped and can be white, purple, or blue. They grow in clusters at the top of the stem and can be up to 2 inches long. The plant blooms from June to August and can attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Care Guide
To care for Campanula Lactiflora Superba, it’s important to provide it with the right growing conditions. Here are some tips:- Water: This plant prefers moist soil, so water it regularly. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.- Fertilization: Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: Campanula Lactiflora Superba prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: This plant prefers partial shade to full sun.- Hardiness Zones: Campanula Lactiflora Superba is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Campanula Lactiflora Superba is generally a hardy plant that is not susceptible to many pests and diseases. However, here are some issues to watch out for:- Slugs and snails can damage the leaves and flowers.- Powdery mildew can occur in humid conditions.- Root rot can occur if the soil is too wet.
Habitat
Campanula Lactiflora Superba is native to China, Korea, and Japan and is commonly found growing in meadows and hillsides. It prefers moist soil and partial shade to full sun.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Campanula Lactiflora Superba?
A: Water the plant regularly, but avoid overwatering.
Q: What kind of soil does Campanula Lactiflora Superba prefer?
A: This plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Q: What is the blooming season for Campanula Lactiflora Superba?
A: The plant blooms from June to August.
Q: How tall can Campanula Lactiflora Superba grow?
A: This plant can grow up to 3 feet tall.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Campanula Lactiflora Superba:- Campanula Carpatica- Campanula Persicifolia- Campanula Poscharskyana- Campanula Rotundifolia
References
– “Campanula Lactiflora Superba.” Missouri Botanical Garden. https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=253063&isprofile=0&.- “Campanula Lactiflora Superba.” Royal Horticultural Society. https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/10629/i-campanula-lactiflora-i-superba/details.
