Wahlenbergia capillaris
(Lodd.) G. Don
Tufted bluebell
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Summary
Source: WikipediaWahlenbergia capillaris, commonly known as tufted bluebell, is a plant in the family Campanulaceae and is native to Australia and New Guinea. It is an erect perennial herb with a few to many stems and grows to a height of 50 cm (20 in). The leaves are mostly linear with a few scattered teeth on the sides and the flowers are blue, bell-shaped with five lobes and arranged in cymes. This bluebell is widespread and common, occurring in all Australian mainland states and territories.
Description
A small perennial herb of the Campanulaceae family, growing to about 30 cm high and suited to open, dry well-drained soil in full sun.
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Edible Uses
The flowers are eaten.
Traditional Uses
The flowers are eaten.
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Distribution
It suits open, dry well-drained soil. It is best in full sun.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
Synonyms
References (1)
- www.ceres.org.au/bushfoodcatalogue (As Wahlenbergia communis)
