Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
carmichaelii
ID:
517714

Status:
valid

Authors:
Debeaux

Source:
cmp

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Actes Soc. Linn. Bordeaux 33: 87 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000517046

Common Names

  • Monkshood
  • Carmichael's Monkshood
  • Carmichael's Wolfsbane

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Synonyms

  • Aconitum bodinieri H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
  • Aconitum carmichaelii angustius W.T.Wang & Hsiao [unknown]
  • Aconitum jiulongense W.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Aconitum lushanense Migo [unknown]
  • Aconitum wilsonii Stapf ex Mottet [unknown]
  • Aconitum kusnezoffii bodinieri (H.Lév. & Vaniot) Finet & Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Aconitum carmichaelii (also called Carmichael's monkshood, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a tall stem with large, lobed leaves and blue, purple, or white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as woods, meadows, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Aconitum carmichaelii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aconitum carmichaelii var. hwangshanicum (W.T.Wang & P.K.Hsiao) W.T.Wang & P.K.Hsiao
Aconitum carmichaelii var. truppelianum (Ulbr.) W.T.Wang & P.K.Hsiao
Aconitum carmichaelii var. tripartitum W.T.Wang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aconitum carmichaelii has small, blue flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin with long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aconitum carmichaelii is a perennial herb native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Aconitum carmichaelii

Aconitum carmichaelii is native to Central and East Asia, including China, Mongolia, and Russia. It is found in mountain meadows and grasslands, and can be grown in gardens in temperate climates.

Aconitum carmichaelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aconitum carmichaelii?

Aconitum carmichaelii

What is the common name of Aconitum carmichaelii?

Carmichaelii Monkshood

What type of plant is Aconitum carmichaelii?

Aconitum carmichaelii is a flowering plant in the buttercup family.

Species in the Aconitum genus

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,

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,

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