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Japanese Ladybell

Adenophora stricta, Campanulaceae

Zones
5–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatDynamic Accumulator

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

DeodeokCodonopsis lanceolata
Pollinator Sharing
Poor Man's GinsengCodonopsis pilosula
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Lilyleaf LadybellAdenophora liliifolia

Two Adenophora species compete for similar growing conditions and resources

Chinese MilkwortPolygala tenuifolia

Both small herbs compete for similar soil nutrients and growing space in herbaceous communities

Uses

Functions

Respiratory MedicineOrnamental FlowersPollinator Support

Edible Parts

RootsYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory ConditionsCough ReliefLung MoisteningThroat Soothing

Common Questions

What zones does Japanese Ladybell grow in?

Japanese Ladybell grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Japanese Ladybell?

Good companions for Japanese Ladybell include Deodeok, Poor Man's Ginseng.

Design guilds with Japanese Ladybell and see companion relationships visually.

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