Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
umbraculorum
ID:
641531

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Lewis & Epling

Source:
cmp

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 8: 19 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640863



Common Names

  • Umbraculorum Larkspur
  • Umbraculorum Delphinium
  • Umbraculorum Larkspur


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Description

Delphinium umbraculorum (also called Umbrella 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 umbraculorum 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 umbraculorum has blue flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Delphinium umbraculorum 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 umbraculorum

Delphinium umbraculorum can be found in the Caucasus Mountains in Russia and Georgia.

Delphinium umbraculorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Delphinium umbraculorum?

Delphinium umbraculorum

What is the common name of Delphinium umbraculorum?

Umbrella larkspur

What is the family of Delphinium umbraculorum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2760518: Based on the initial data import
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.
Harlan Lewis (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Lewis' in the authors string.