Adenophora lilifolia (Campanulaceae)

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Adenophora lilifolia
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The Adenophora lilifolia plant species is found in C. Europe to Siberia It is a member of the Campanulaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A communis. A. fischeri.

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Latin Name:  Adenophora lilifolia
Family:  Campanulaceae
Author:  (L.)Ledeb.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.45   Mature Width:  0.5

Habitat:  Woods and damp fields[45].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a light rich slightly alkaline soil that is not too dry, and a warm sunny position[1, 200]. Plants are intolerant of root disturbance and should be planted out into their permanent positions when young[1]. This species has been cultivated for its edible root in Japan[46, 238]. The flowers have a sweet but refreshing perfume[245]. This is the only member of the genus with scented flowers[245]. The young growth is extremely attractive to slugs, they have been known to destroy even mature plants[K].

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