Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
baluchistanica
ID:
541820

Status:
valid

Authors:
Qureshi & Chaudhri

Source:
cmp

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Pakistan Syst. 2(12): 5 (1978 publ. 1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541152



Common Names

  • Aquilegia baluchistanica
  • Baluchistan Columbine
  • Baluchistan Columbine Plant


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Description

Aquilegia baluchistanica (also called Baluchistan columbine, among many other common names) is a species of perennial flowering plant native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, shady, and rocky areas, and prefers a cool climate.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilegia baluchistanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aquilegia baluchistanica flowers are usually white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet, and the seedling is a small, light green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilegia baluchistanica is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated from division.

Where to Find Aquilegia baluchistanica

Aquilegia baluchistanica is native to Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iran. It can be found in mountainous regions and can be purchased from nurseries and online retailers.

Aquilegia baluchistanica FAQ

What are the common names of Aquilegia baluchistanica?

Baluchistan Columbine

What is the natural habitat of Aquilegia baluchistanica?

Grassy slopes and meadows

What is the average height of Aquilegia baluchistanica?

It can grow up to 30-45 cm in height

Species in the Aquilegia genus

Aquilegia alpina, Aquilegia amaliae, Aquilegia aragonensis, Aquilegia atrata, Aquilegia atrovinosa, Aquilegia atwoodii, Aquilegia aurea, Aquilegia baltistanica, Aquilegia baluchistanica, Aquilegia barbaricina, Aquilegia barnebyi, Aquilegia bernardi, Aquilegia bertolonii, Aquilegia blecicii, Aquilegia borodinii, Aquilegia brevistyla, Aquilegia buergeriana, Aquilegia caerulea, Aquilegia canadensis, Aquilegia cazorlensis, Aquilegia champagnatii, Aquilegia chaplinei, Aquilegia chitralensis, Aquilegia chrysantha, Aquilegia colchica, Aquilegia confusa, Aquilegia cottia, Aquilegia cymosa, Aquilegia desertorum, Aquilegia desolaticola, Aquilegia dichroa, Aquilegia dinarica, Aquilegia discolor, Aquilegia ecalcarata, Aquilegia einseleana, Aquilegia elegantula, Aquilegia euchroma, Aquilegia eximia, Aquilegia flabellata, Aquilegia flavescens, Aquilegia formosa, Aquilegia fosteri, Aquilegia fragrans, Aquilegia ganboldii, Aquilegia gegica, Aquilegia glandulosa, Aquilegia gracillima, Aquilegia grata, Aquilegia guarensis, Aquilegia hinckleyana,

Species in the Ranunculaceae family

Aconitum soyaense, Aconitum abietetorum, Aconitum acutiusculum, Aconitum ajanense, Aconitum alboflavidum, Aconitum alboviolaceum, Aconitum alpino-nepalense, Aconitum ambiguum, Aconitum amplexicaule, Aconitum angulatum, Aconitum angusticassidatum, Aconitum angustifolium, Aconitum anthora, Aconitum apetalum, Aconitum aquilonare, Aconitum artemisiifolium, Aconitum assamicum, Aconitum atlanticum, Aconitum austriacum, Aconitum austrokoreense, Aconitum axilliflorum, Aconitum azumiense, Aconitum baburinii, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum baicalense, Aconitum bailangense, Aconitum barbatum, Aconitum baumgartenianum, Aconitum berdaui, Aconitum bhedingense, Aconitum bicolor, Aconitum biflorum, Aconitum brachypodum, Aconitum bracteolatum, Aconitum brevicalcaratum, Aconitum brevilimbum, Aconitum brevipetalum, Aconitum brunneum, Aconitum bucovinense, Aconitum bujbense, Aconitum bulbilliferum, Aconitum bulleyanum, Aconitum burnatii, Aconitum calthifolium, Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum campylorrhynchum, Aconitum cannabifolium, Aconitum carmichaelii, Aconitum changianum, Aconitum charkeviczii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2644622: Based on the initial data import
Mohammad Nazeer Chaudhri (1932-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chaudhri' in the authors string.
Rizwana Aleem Qureshi (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Qureshi' in the authors string.