Wahlenbergia gymnoclada
Naked Bluebell
Erect perennial herb spreading by underground stems (rhizomes). Stems single, occasionally branched.
Additional information
- FamilyCampanulaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size10-50 cm high
- Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
- LeavesPaired leaves near base, becoming scattered to leafless in top half. Narrow with few scattered teeth, 5-50 mm x 1-2 mm.
- Flower colourBlue, sometimes yellow on outside
- Flowering timeOctober to February
- FlowersSingle bell-shaped flowers, lobes spreading.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingNectar for butterflies
- Frog habitatNo
- Growing conditionsWell drained light to sandy soils in open forest and heathland. Full sun to semi-shade.
- Garden useDainty little bluebell for small gardens or amongst trees.
- Commercially availableNo information available
- Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from very few local sites. More common in southern Victoria. May also occur in Candlebark Grassy Forest.
- Aboriginal Use Food - flowers
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