Ladybells
Adenophora communis

Family: Campanulaceae

What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It has thick stems. The leaves near the base are round with a heart shaped base. The leaves on the stems are broadly sword shaped with coarse teeth. The flowers are bluish and have a sweet scent.

There are about 40 Adenophora species. They are temperate plants.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It can grow in full sun or lgiht shade.

Countries/locations it is found in

Asia, Europe, Japan, Siberia

How it is used for food

The fleshy roots are cooked and eaten.

It is cultivated in Japan.

Edible parts

Root

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seeds. Seeds may require cold treatment. Plants can be grown by root division.

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Adenophora liliifolia Schur.;