Status:
valid
Authors:
Lam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1786
Citation Micro:
Encycl. 2: 264 (1786)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640557
Common Names
- Pentagynum Delphinium
- Pentagynum Larkspur
- Pentagynum Larkspur Delphinium
Synonyms
- Delphinium gautieri Rouy [unknown]
- Delphinium pentagynum gautieri Rouy [unknown]
- Delphinium pentagynum gautieri (Rouy) C.Blanché [unknown]
- Delphinium emarginatum africanum Maire [unknown]
- Delphinium pentagynum homeotrichum Maire [unknown]
- Delphinium pentagynum glabratum Maire [unknown]
- Delphinium pentagynum phialotrichum Maire [unknown]
- Delphinium pentagynum heterotrichum Maire [unknown]
Description
Delphinium pentagynum (also called Five-style Larkspur, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with blue or white flowers and deeply divided leaves. It is native to the Caucasus region and grows in meadows and grassy slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Delphinium pentagynum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for floral arrangements.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Delphinium pentagynum sub. formenteranum N.Torres, L.Sáez, Rosselló & C.Blanché
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delphinium pentagynum has a deep blue flower with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Delphinium pentagynum is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a cold frame.
Where to Find Delphinium pentagynum
Delphinium pentagynum can be found in western North America.
Delphinium pentagynum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delphinium pentagynum?
Delphinium pentagynum
What is the common name of Delphinium pentagynum?
Pentagynum Delphinium
What is the family of Delphinium pentagynum?
Ranunculaceae
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,