Legousia pentagonica

Family: Campanulaceae

What it is like

A short annual herb. It is often hairy. The stems usually have many branches. The leaves are oblong and alternate. They mostly do not have stalks. The flowers are violet or purple. They can be blue or white. They are 20-30 mm across and open widely to form a 5 pointed star. They occur in large loose panicles. The fruit capsule is 20-30 mm long. It does not narrow towards the tip.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Europe, Greece, Mediterranean, Turkey, Türkiye

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Campanula pentagonica