Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
anatolicum
ID:
640372

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Misirdali, Malyer & Bașer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Istanbul Üniv. Fak. Macm., B 50: 113 (1985 publ. 1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639704



Common Names

  • Anatolian Delphinium
  • Anatolian Larkspur
  • Anatolian Larkspur Delphinium


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Description

Delphinium anatolicum (also called Anatolian Larkspur, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Turkey. 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 anatolicum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delphinium anatolicum has blue-violet flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delphinium anatolicum is a perennial that grows up to 4 feet tall and produces blue flowers in the summer. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is also possible to propagate from seed, but this is more difficult.

Where to Find Delphinium anatolicum

Delphinium anatolicum can be found in the temperate regions of Turkey.

Delphinium anatolicum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Delphinium anatolicum?

Delphinium anatolicum prefers temperatures between 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil does Delphinium anatolicum prefer?

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

How much sunlight does Delphinium anatolicum need?

Delphinium anatolicum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2759415: Based on the initial data import
Hulusi Malyer (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malyer' in the authors string.
Hüseyin Mısırdalı (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Misirdali' in the authors string.