Aconitum heterophyllum (Ranunculaceae)

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Aconitum heterophyllum
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The Aconitum heterophyllum plant species is found in E. Asia - W. Himalayas. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Aconitum heterophyllum
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  Wallich.

Known Hazards:  The whole plant is highly toxic - simple skin contact has caused numbness in some people[1]. One report says that this plant does not contain the toxic alkaloid aconitine, and so is not poisonous[4]. It does, however, still contain an intensely bitter alkaloid[4].

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Habitat:  Usually found on humus-rich soils in the alpine and sualpine zones, and in forests, 2300 - 2900 metres[145, 243].

Cultivation Notes: Thrives in most soils and in the light shade of trees[1]. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Prefers a moist soil in sun or semi-shade[200]. Prefers a calcareous soil. Grows well in open woodlands[1, 4]. Members of this genus seem to be immune to the predations of rabbits and deer[233]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby species, especially legumes[54].

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