Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
canadensis
ID:
541878

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 533 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541210



Common Names

  • Canadian Columbine
  • Aquilegia Canadensis
  • Eastern Red Columbine


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Synonyms

  • Aquilegia australis Small [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis albiflora House [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis americana Rapaics [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis aurea Orpet [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis australis (Small) Munz [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis coccinea (Small) Munz [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis ecalcarata Livingston [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis eminens (Greene) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis flaviflora Britton [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis flaviflora (Tenney) Britton ex House [deprecated]
  • Aquilegia canadensis gartneri Rapaics [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis hybrida Hook. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis latiuscula (Greene) Munz [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis phippenii J.Rob. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis phippenii Ralph Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis vera Brühl [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis violacea Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Aquilegia coccinea Small [unknown]
  • Aquilegia elegans Salisb. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia eminens Greene [unknown]
  • Aquilegia flaviflora Tenney [unknown]
  • Aquilegia latiuscula Greene [unknown]
  • Aquilegia phoenicantha Cory [unknown]
  • Aquilegia variegata Moench [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis longistyla Regel [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis flaviflora Britton [unknown]
  • Aquilegia canadensis canadensis [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Aquilegia canadensis 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aquilegia canadensis 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 canadensis 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 canadensis

Aquilegia canadensis is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams and rivers.

Aquilegia canadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aquilegia canadensis?

Aquilegia canadensis

What is the common name of Aquilegia canadensis?

Canadian columbine

What is the natural habitat of Aquilegia canadensis?

It is native to North America

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

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