Delphinium macrostachyum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrostachyum
ID:
641017
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. ex Huth
Source:
cmp
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 20: 441 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000640349
Common Names
- Mountain Larkspur
- Tall Larkspur
- Large-spurred Larkspur
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Delphinium macrostachyum (also called large-spiked larkspur, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with tall, erect stems and bright blue flowers. It is native to the Himalayas, and is commonly found in grassy meadows and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Delphinium macrostachyum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Delphinium macrostachyum has a flower that is typically blue or purple in color and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Delphinium macrostachyum is a hardy perennial that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or early fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the fall in a cold frame or in the garden. Once established, it will tolerate drought.
Where to Find Delphinium macrostachyum
Delphinium macrostachyum is native to the Caucasus region.
Delphinium macrostachyum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Delphinium macrostachyum?
Delphinium macrostachyum
What is the common name of Delphinium macrostachyum?
Large-spiked larkspur
What is the natural habitat of Delphinium macrostachyum?
Meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands
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-2760029: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Ernst Huth (1845-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huth' in the authors string.