Delphinium nudicaule Red larkspur (Ranunculaceae)

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Delphinium nudicaule
Red larkspur
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The Delphinium nudicaule plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Red larkspur.

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Latin Name:  Delphinium nudicaule
Common Name:  Red larkspur
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  Torr.&A.Gray.

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

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.25

Habitat:  Dry slopes among shrubs and in woods, below 2150 metres[71].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a rich well-drained soil[111, 200]. Dislikes water-logged soils[200]. Requires an open sunny position[188]. Plants can flower in their first year from spring-sown seed, they are reliably perennial in their native environment, but often die overwinter in most parts of Britain[200]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54]. Slugs and snails are very attracted to this plant[200].

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