Giant Larkspur, Sierra larkspur
Delphinium glaucum
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Basic Information
Family: Ranunculaceae
Genus: delphinium
Plant ID (slug): delphinium-glaucum
Numeric ID: 19517
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Delphinium glaucum is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.8 m (6ft). It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
Western N. America - Alaska to California.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Parasiticide None known
Known Hazards
All parts of the plant are toxic[172]. The plant is most toxic when it is young[200].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Delphinium glaucum Giant Larkspur, Sierra larkspur