Delphinium brunonianum (Ranunculaceae)

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Delphinium brunonianum
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The Delphinium brunonianum plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Delphinium brunonianum
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  Royle.

Known Hazards:  All parts of the plant are toxic[65, 172]. The plant is most toxic when it is young[200].

Mature Height:  0.45   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Stony slopes and screes in drier areas, to elevations of 5500 metres[51].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a rich well-drained soil that stays moist in the summer[111, 187]. Dislikes water-logged soils[200], it is liable to die out in heavy soils over winter[111]. Requires an open sunny position[188]. Plants are generally hardy to about -20°c[187], though they are best given a protective mulch of bracken or some similar material during the winter[245]. The flowers emit a powerful, musk-like scent until they begin to fade[245]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54]. Grows well in the rock garden[188]. This species is closely related to C. cashmerianum[175].

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