Delphinium elatum (Ranunculaceae)

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Delphinium elatum
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The Delphinium elatum plant species is found in E. Asia - Western Himalayas from Kashmir to Kumaon. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Delphinium elatum
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  L.

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

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Temperate areas from 3000 - 3600 metres[240].

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]. This species is the main parent of the many tall hybrid forms of delphiniums that are commonly grown as garden ornamentals[200]. A variable species in the wild, varying in height from 40cm to 2 metres[200]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54].

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