Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
caerulea
ID:
541854

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.James

Source:
cmp

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Account Exped. Pittsburgh [ed. Philadelphia] 2: 345, 204. 1823 [late Feb 1823] [London ed.]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541186



Common Names

  • Blue Columbine
  • Aquilegia Caerulea
  • Rocky Mountain Columbine


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Synonyms

  • Aquilegia advena Regel [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coerulea albiflora A.Gray [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coerulea albiflora Payson [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coerulea daileyae Eastw. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coerulea daileyae (Eastw.) Payson [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coerulea glandulosa Cockerell [unknown]
  • Aquilegia caerulea leptocera (Nutt.) A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Aquilegia caerulea macrantha Hook. ex Brühl [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coerulea macrantha Rapaics [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coerulea pallidiflora Cockerell [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis caerulea (E.James) Brühl [unknown]
  • Aquilegia formosa macrantha (Hook. & Arn.) Brühl [unknown]
  • Aquilegia macrantha Hook. & Arn. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia oreophila Rydb. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia piersoniana L.O.Williams [unknown]

Description

Aquilegia caerulea (also called Blue columbine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white, pink, or blue flowers. It is found in moist, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilegia caerulea is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, including treating skin disorders, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aquilegia coerulea var. alpina A.Nelson
Aquilegia coerulea var. ochroleuca Hook.
Aquilegia coerulea var. pinetorum (Tidestr.) Kearney & Peebles

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aquilegia caerulea 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 caerulea is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location and keep the soil moist. It can also be propagated by division in the spring. Divide the clumps and replant in a sunny location.

Where to Find Aquilegia caerulea

Aquilegia caerulea is native to Europe and can be found in rocky and mountainous regions. It can also be purchased from nurseries and online retailers.

Aquilegia caerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aquilegia caerulea?

Aquilegia caerulea

What is the common name of Aquilegia caerulea?

Blue columbine

What is the natural habitat of Aquilegia caerulea?

It is native to the mountains of Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina

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-2644654: Based on the initial data import
Edwin James (1797-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.James' in the authors string.