Campanula kantschavelii
Campanula kantschavelii, also known as Kanchaveli's bellflower, is a species of flowering plant in the family Campanulaceae. It is native to Georgia.[2][3]
| Campanula kantschavelii | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Campanulaceae |
| Genus: | Campanula |
| Species: | C. kantschavelii |
| Binomial name | |
| Campanula kantschavelii Zagar. | |
Distribution
This species is very rare. It is found in the town of Kvareli, Kakheti, Georgia at the basin of the river Alazani. Its area of occupancy is less than 10 km2 and is found on elevations between 800 and 1100m.[2]
Status
It is listed as critically endangered by the IUCN.[2]
Threats
Deforestation for road creation and wood harvesting has created stresses on the ecosystem which has led to habitat degradation. This, in turn has led to the decline in the species' population.[2]
Cultivation
This species can be propagated with cuttings. They prefer direct sunlight although they can tolerate partial shade.[4]
References
- "IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Campanula kantschavelii". 12 February 2007.
- Gagnidze, R. (2007-02-12). "IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Campanula kantschavelii". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Retrieved 2020-09-23.
- Bobrov, E G, ed. (2004-01-07). Flora of the USSR. CRC Press. doi:10.1201/9781482280197. ISBN 978-0-429-08271-9.
- "Plant database entry for Bellflower (Campanula kantschavelii) with 21 data details". garden.org. Retrieved 2020-09-23.
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