American Bellflower or Tall Bellflower [Campanulastrum americanum] found near mile marker 437 on the Blue Ridge Parkway on 25 July 2013 and 23 July 2017. It’s a member of the Shinleaf (Pyrolaceae) family. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide, pages 216-217, says it blooms in summer and fall in moist thickets. The guide lists it’s scientific name as Campanula americana.
USDA Plants Listing: Campanulastrum americanum
American Bellflower on Blue Ridge Parkway – 25 July 2013
American Bellflower (more) – 25 July 2013
American Bellflower – 23 Jul 2017
