Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
cheilanthum
ID:
640551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. ex DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 1: 352 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639883



Common Names

  • Cheilanthes Delphinium
  • Cheilanthes Larkspur
  • Cheilanthes Larkspur Delphinium


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Synonyms

  • Delphinium cheilanthum pubescens Y.Z.Zhao [unknown]
  • Delphinium dahuricum Steven ex DC. [unknown]
  • Delphinium davuricum Besser [unknown]
  • Delphinium parviflorum Turcz. [unknown]

Description

Delphinium cheilanthum (also called Cheilanthes Larkspur, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western Asia. It grows to a height of up to 1 meter and has deeply lobed leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas in the understory of forests and is widespread in Turkey, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran.

Uses & Benefits

Delphinium cheilanthum is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delphinium cheilanthum has a flower that is a deep blue-violet color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delphinium cheilanthum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is easy to propagate. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring and replant. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a cold frame or in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the temperature around 70°F (21°C). The seedlings should appear in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Delphinium cheilanthum

Delphinium cheilanthum can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Delphinium cheilanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delphinium cheilanthum?

Delphinium cheilanthum

What is the common name of Delphinium cheilanthum?

Cheilanthes Larkspur

What is the natural habitat of Delphinium cheilanthum?

Woodlands, grasslands, and meadows

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-2759589: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.