Wahlenbergia multicaulis
Branching Bluebell
Tufted erect to spreading many-stemmed perennial herb with thickened taproot, hairy near base. Stems many-branched, often leafless along upper half.
Additional information
- FamilyCampanulaceae
- StoreyLower storey
- Size10-80 cm high
- Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
- LeavesScattered oblong to lance-shaped leaves, broader towards the tip, sometimes paired near base, 5-80 mm x 1-6 mm, small projections along margins.
- Flower colourPale blue
- Flowering timeSeptember to December
- FlowersBranched flowering stems have single terminal bell-shaped flowers to 20 mm wide, tube is shorter than calyx, lobes spreading; calyx lobes spreading.
- Bird attractingNo
- Butterfly attractingNectar for butterflies
- Frog habitatNo
- Growing conditionsWell drained soils in tall wet forests and riparian forests. Full sun to semi shade.
- Garden useA dainty herb planted in drifts in cottage gardens and rockeries. Plant in large container with other herbs.
- Commercially availableWholesale only - order in advance
- Conservation statusScattered plants in a few areas of the Shire.
- Aboriginal Use Food - flowers
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Photographer/s: 1, 2 Russell Best, NatureShare ©; 3 Neil Blair, Royal Botanic Gardens Board ©; 4 Andre Messina Royal Botanic Gardens Board ©; 5 Marilyn Bull ©
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