What is Bellwort?
Bellwort is a type of small lily native in North America. Five types of uvularia often occur in Woodland Hillsides, more often known as Bellwort, Merrybells or Bellflowers. Bellwort is recognizable by its significantly decreasing bell flower and is a great accessory to the forest environment and gardens. It can be grown from seeds and tends to bloom in April and May until the beginning of summer depending on the climate. They tend to grow in clusters in shady areas with moist soil and create a beautiful late spring display. One of the larger varieties, u. The leaves are uniform green and, like the flower, hangs down. The bell of the flower is often described as a twisted or curved shape, while the petals sometimes lean out from the bottom of the bell.
Some native American cultures used Bellwort to devise remedial measures. It was assumed to be good for reducing inflammation and drawing poison from bite or infections. The roots were also used in the digestive tonic for the stomach. Soon American settlers also believed that the plant had some use as a cure for the neck, but that eventually proved to be wrong.
Name, uvularia is a reference to the shape of flowers from the fall of the bell. The shape of the flower is reportedly reminiscent of a small, hanging piece of tissue in the back of the neck, called uvula. Some historians believe that this similarity is what led the settlers to incorrectly connect the plant with drugs for neck problems.
Like many flowers, Bellwort is non -toxic and can be eaten. According to some experts, native Americans harvested a flower for their fine and nutritious roots, leaves and shooting. It is important to take over the excessive harvest of the Bellwort crops because the damage to the root system quickly kills the plant. Eating Bellwort, which is not known for its taste, should perhaps be reserved for extraordinary situations in food.
Incorporate Bellwort into the Forest Garden is important to have the right conditions. Plants tend to prefer shady areas, so consider planting around trees that can protect flowers from the most direct sunlight. The soil must be moist and may require mulching, but it is necessary to ensure that excessive watering is prevented. Bellwort looks beautiful when planted by other flowers loving shadows such as Bluebells, Wild Lilies or Jack-in-the-Pulpit.