Delphinium iris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
iris
ID:
640904
Status:
valid
Authors:
İlarslan & Kit Tan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 47: 285 (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640236
Common Names
- Iris Larkspur
- Iris Delphinium
- Iris Candle Larkspur
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delphinium iris (also called iris larkspur, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in open meadows and grasslands. It is an herbaceous perennial growing to 0.3–1 m tall, with deeply divided leaves and blue, pink, or white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Delphinium iris is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine, as it contains compounds that have been found to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delphinium iris has blue flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delphinium iris is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Seeds can also be sown in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Delphinium iris
Delphinium iris is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Oregon, and Washington. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.
Delphinium iris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delphinium iris?
Delphinium iris
What is the natural habitat of Delphinium iris?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
What are the common names of Delphinium iris?
Common names include Iris larkspur, Iris delphinium, and Mediterranean larkspur.
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-2759926: Based on the initial data import
Kit Tan (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit Tan' in the authors string.