Delphinium staphisagria Stavesacre (Ranunculaceae)

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Delphinium staphisagria
Stavesacre
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The Delphinium staphisagria plant species is found in Europe - Mediterranean. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Stavesacre.

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Latin Name:  Delphinium staphisagria
Common Name:  Stavesacre
Family:  Ranunculaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  All parts of the plant contain diterpene alkaloids and are highly toxic[4, 148, 238]. The plant is most toxic when it is young[200]. Ingestion of a lethal dose produces a feeling of excitement, followed by depression and extreme sensitivity of the nerves, followed by paralysis, a slowing of the pulse and finally death by asphyxia[232].

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Habitat:  Field verges and in scrub, on hot dry soils[89]. Often found in poor soils[232].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most soils and situations[4] but prefers a rich well-drained neutral to alkaline soil[4, 200, 238] and is intolerant of winter-wet soils[200]. Requires an open sunny position[188]. This species is not hardy in the colder areas of the country, it tolerates temperatures down to between -5 and -10°c[200]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54].

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