Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
bernardi
ID:
541829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gren. & Godr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Fl. France 1: 45 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541161

Common Names

  • Aquilegia bernardi
  • Bernard's Columbine
  • Bernard's Columbine Plant

Searching for Aquilegia bernardi? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Aquilegia alpina bernardii (Gren. & Gord.) Fiori & Paol. [unknown]
  • Aquilegia corsica Soleirol ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Aquilegia vulgaris bernardii (Gren. & Gord.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Aquilegia bernardi (also called Bernard's columbine, among many other common names) is a species of perennial flowering plant native to the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. It grows in moist, shady, and rocky areas, and prefers a cool climate.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilegia bernardi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aquilegia bernardi flowers are usually white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet, and the seedling is a small, light green plant with a single stem.

Searching for Aquilegia bernardi? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilegia bernardi is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location and keep the soil moist. It can also be propagated by division in the spring. Divide the clumps and replant in a sunny location.

Where to Find Aquilegia bernardi

Aquilegia bernardi is native to the western United States and can be found in rocky and mountainous regions. It can also be purchased from nurseries and online retailers.

Aquilegia bernardi FAQ

What are the common names of Aquilegia bernardi?

Bernard's Columbine

What is the natural habitat of Aquilegia bernardi?

Grassy slopes and meadows

What is the average height of Aquilegia bernardi?

It can grow up to 30-45 cm in height

Species in the Aquilegia genus

Aquilegia alpina, Aquilegia amaliae, Aquilegia aragonensis, Aquilegia atrata, Aquilegia atrovinosa, Aquilegia atwoodii, Aquilegia aurea, Aquilegia baltistanica, Aquilegia baluchistanica, Aquilegia barbaricina, Aquilegia barnebyi, Aquilegia bernardi, Aquilegia bertolonii, Aquilegia blecicii, Aquilegia borodinii, Aquilegia brevistyla, Aquilegia buergeriana, Aquilegia caerulea, Aquilegia canadensis, Aquilegia cazorlensis, Aquilegia champagnatii, Aquilegia chaplinei, Aquilegia chitralensis, Aquilegia chrysantha, Aquilegia colchica, Aquilegia confusa, Aquilegia cottia, Aquilegia cymosa, Aquilegia desertorum, Aquilegia desolaticola, Aquilegia dichroa, Aquilegia dinarica, Aquilegia discolor, Aquilegia ecalcarata, Aquilegia einseleana, Aquilegia elegantula, Aquilegia euchroma, Aquilegia eximia, Aquilegia flabellata, Aquilegia flavescens, Aquilegia formosa, Aquilegia fosteri, Aquilegia fragrans, Aquilegia ganboldii, Aquilegia gegica, Aquilegia glandulosa, Aquilegia gracillima, Aquilegia grata, Aquilegia guarensis, Aquilegia hinckleyana,

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-2644630: Based on the initial data import
Dominique Alexandre Godron (1807-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Godr.' in the authors string.
Jean Charles Marie Grenier (1808-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gren.' in the authors string.