Delphinium ludlowii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ludlowii
ID:
640999
Status:
valid
Authors:
Munz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 49: 105 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640331
Common Names
- Delphinium ludlowii
- Ludlowii Delphinium
- Ludlow's Larkspur
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delphinium ludlowii (also called Ludlow's Larkspur, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Ranunculaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found growing in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces tall, erect stems with blue-purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Delphinium ludlowii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delphinium ludlowii has a flower that is typically blue or purple in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delphinium ludlowii is a hardy perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or early fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a cold frame or in the garden. Once established, it will tolerate drought.
Where to Find Delphinium ludlowii
Delphinium ludlowii is native to the Caucasus region.
Delphinium ludlowii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delphinium ludlowii?
Delphinium ludlowii
What is the common name of Delphinium ludlowii?
Ludlow's Larkspur
What is the natural habitat of Delphinium ludlowii?
Grassy slopes 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-2760012: Based on the initial data import
Philip A. Munz (1892-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munz' in the authors string.