Delphinium nuttallianum Larkspur (Ranunculaceae)

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Delphinium nuttallianum
Larkspur
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The Delphinium nuttallianum plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to California. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Larkspur.

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Latin Name:  Delphinium nuttallianum
Common Name:  Larkspur
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  Pritz. ex Walp.

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:

Habitat:  Sagebrush desert to (more commonly)mountain valleys and slopes[60]. Most frequent in the ponderosa pine belt and is usually found in well-drained gravelly soils[60].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a rich well-drained soil[111, 200]. Dislikes water-logged soils[200]. Requires an open sunny position[188]. A very variable species, there are several sub-species[61]. 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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