Delphinium kingianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kingianum
ID:
640924
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brühl ex Huth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 469 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640256
Common Names
- Kingianum Larkspur
- Kingianum Delphinium
- Kingianum Candle Larkspur
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delphinium kingianum (also called King’s Larkspur, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to western North America. 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 California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Nevada, and Arizona.
Uses & Benefits
Delphinium kingianum 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Delphinium kingianum var. acuminatissimum (W.T.Wang) W.T.WangDelphinium kingianum var. leiocarpum Brühl ex Huth
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delphinium kingianum 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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Delphinium kingianum 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 kingianum
Delphinium kingianum is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria. It is found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.
Delphinium kingianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delphinium kingianum?
Delphinium kingianum
What is the natural habitat of Delphinium kingianum?
It is native to Australia.
What are the common names of Delphinium kingianum?
Common names include King's larkspur, King's delphinium, and Australian 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-2759945: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Huth (1845-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huth' in the authors string.
Paul Johannes Brühl (1855-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brühl' in the authors string.