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Wahlenbergia gymnoclada

Naked Bluebell

Erect perennial herb spreading by underground stems (rhizomes). Stems single, occasionally branched.

Additional information

  • FamilyCampanulaceae
  • StoreyLower storey
  • Size10-50 cm high
  • Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
  • LeavesPaired leaves near base, becoming scattered to leafless in top half. Narrow with few scattered teeth, 5-50 mm x 1-2 mm.
  • Flower colourBlue, sometimes yellow on outside
  • Flowering timeOctober to February
  • FlowersSingle bell-shaped flowers, lobes spreading.
  • Bird attractingNo
  • Butterfly attractingNectar for butterflies
  • Frog habitatNo
  • Growing conditionsWell drained light to sandy soils in open forest and heathland. Full sun to semi-shade.
  • Garden useDainty little bluebell for small gardens or amongst trees.
  • Commercially availableNo information available
  • Conservation statusSignificant within the Shire. Known from very few local sites. More common in southern Victoria. May also occur in Candlebark Grassy Forest.
  • Aboriginal Use Food - flowers

Photo Gallery

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1 Wahlenbergia gymnoclada

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2 Wahlenbergia gymnoclada

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3 Wahlenbergia gymnoclada

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Photographer/s: 1, 3 Marilyn Bull ©; 2 Russell Best, NatureShare ©

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