Large Campanula (Campanula latifolia)

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

Campanula latifolia is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.5 m (1ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots, Roots/Tubers, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

pleasant sweetness. — Young shoots - raw or cooked.; Contains up to 400mg% of vitamin C.; This report is rather vague and needs further investigation.; Flowers - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Woodlands, lush meadows and hedgerows, frequently on slightly acid soils. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)