Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
colchica
ID:
541927

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kem.-Nath.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Trudy Tiflissk. Bot. Inst. , ser. 2, 1: 113 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541259

Common Names

  • Colchian Columbine
  • Aquilegia Colchica
  • Colchian Granny's Bonnet

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Description

Aquilegia colchica (also called Colchic columbine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces white, pink, or blue flowers. It is found in moist, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aquilegia colchica is a popular garden plant, often used as a border or edging plant. Its bright flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and its foliage is attractive to deer and other wildlife. It is also used as a cut flower and in dried arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Aquilegia colchica are white with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aquilegia colchica 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 colchica

Aquilegia colchica is native to Europe and can be found in moist meadows, woodlands, and along streams and rivers.

Aquilegia colchica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aquilegia colchica?

Aquilegia colchica

What is the common name of Aquilegia colchica?

Colchica

What is the natural habitat of Aquilegia colchica?

Mountain meadows in western North America

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

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