Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
tuberosum
ID:
641521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aucher ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 16: 370 (1841)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640853



Common Names

  • Tuberosum Larkspur
  • Tuberosum Delphinium
  • Tuberosum Larkspur


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Synonyms

  • Delphinium caerulescens Freyn ex Stapf [unknown]

Description

Delphinium tuberosum (also called Tuberous Larkspur, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to western North America. It has deeply divided leaves and tall flowering stalks with blue, white, or pink flowers. It is found in moist meadows, woods, and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Delphinium tuberosum is a popular garden flower, often used in flower beds and borders. The flowers are attractive to butterflies and bees, making them a great addition to any garden. The plant is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Delphinium tuberosum has a blue flower with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delphinium tuberosum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Deadheading spent flowers will help to encourage more blooms. It is best to divide the plant every two to three years to keep it healthy.

Where to Find Delphinium tuberosum

Delphinium tuberosum is native to the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan.

Delphinium tuberosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delphinium tuberosum?

Delphinium tuberosum

What is the common name of Delphinium tuberosum?

Tuberous larkspur

What is the family of Delphinium tuberosum?

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,

References

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Pierre Martin Rémi Aucher-Éloy (1792-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aucher' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:711097-1: Based on the initial data import