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].
 
Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Field verges and in scrub, on hot dry soils[89]. Often found in poor soils[232].

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