Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Canterbury Bells |
| Scientific Name | Campanula medium |
| Main Color | Blue |
| Plant Type |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Month Found | Jun |
| Image | Campanula-012 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Tatton Park |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Canterbury Bells are biennial plants known for their bell-shaped flowers that come in shades of blue, pink, and white. They typically grow to a height of 60–90 cm and have hairy stems with alternate leaves. The flowers are arranged in a raceme and bloom in late spring to early summer.
Distribution
Native to southern Europe, Canterbury Bells have been widely cultivated and can now be found in gardens across Europe and North America.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Caution Advised - while not commonly consumed, the plant is not known to be toxic if ingested in small amounts.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans when handled or ingested in typical amounts.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - generally considered safe for pets such as cats and dogs.
Active Compounds
None known.