Codonopsis clematidea

Codonopsis clematidea

Native to:
Afghanistan | China | India | Kazakhstan | Kirgizstan | Pakistan | Tadzhikistan | Uzbekistan

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Campanulaceae
Genus:
Codonopsis
Species:
Codonopsis clematidea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
60 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
pale blue, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, small pollinators
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination and should be surface-sown or barely covered. Cool temperatures around 15-18°C are optimal.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C. Germinates within 3 months. Requires light / surface sow (fine seed).

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society