Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
aemulans
ID:
640336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nevski

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 7: 725 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639668



Common Names

  • Aemulans Delphinium
  • Aemulans Larkspur
  • Imitating Delphinium


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Description

Delphinium aemulans (also called Dwarf Larkspur, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has deeply lobed leaves and tall spikes of blue, purple, or white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Delphinium aemulans has been used in traditional medicine for a variety of ailments, including respiratory and digestive issues. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Delphinium aemulans var. altaicum (Nevski) A.L.Ebel

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Daisy-like, white and yellow flowers. Seed: Small, black and round. Seedlings: Small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delphinium aemulans is a tall, herbaceous perennial that is native to Europe and Asia. It produces bright blue, purple, or white flowers in summer. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed sown in autumn. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Delphinium aemulans

Delphinium aemulans can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Delphinium aemulans FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Delphinium aemulans?

Delphinium aemulans prefers temperatures between 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Delphinium aemulans prefer?

Delphinium aemulans prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

How much sunlight does Delphinium aemulans need?

Delphinium aemulans prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Delphinium genus

Delphinium aconiti, Delphinium acutidentatum, Delphinium aemulans, Delphinium afghanicum, Delphinium ajacis, Delphinium alabamicum, Delphinium albiflorum, Delphinium albocoeruleum, Delphinium albomarginatum, Delphinium alpestre, Delphinium altissimum, Delphinium ambiguum, Delphinium anatolicum, Delphinium andersonii, Delphinium andesicola, Delphinium angustipaniculatum, Delphinium anthoroideum, Delphinium anthriscifolium, Delphinium antoninum, Delphinium apolanum, Delphinium aquilegifolium, Delphinium arcuatum, Delphinium armeniacum, Delphinium aucheri, Delphinium austriacum, Delphinium autumnale, Delphinium axilliflorum, Delphinium bakeri, Delphinium balansae, Delphinium balcanicum, Delphinium barbatum, Delphinium barbeyi, Delphinium barlykense, Delphinium barrancae, Delphinium batalinii, Delphinium batangense, Delphinium beesianum, Delphinium bhutanicum, Delphinium bicarpellatum, Delphinium bicolor, Delphinium bicornutum, Delphinium biternatum, Delphinium bolosii, Delphinium bovei, Delphinium brachycentrum, Delphinium bracteosum, Delphinium brevicorne, Delphinium brevisepalum, Delphinium brunonianum, Delphinium bucharicum,

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,

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