Milky Bellflower (Campanula lactiflora)

Family: Campanulaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Campanula lactiflora is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 0.8 m (2ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild flavour with a pleasant sweetness. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; A mild flavour with a pleasant sweetness.; A decorative and tasty addition to salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Naturalized in Britain in waste and rough ground, often in damp places. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)