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Sierra larkspur
Scientific Name: Delphinium glaucum
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Delphinium glaucum: Sierra Larkspur
Delphinium glaucum, commonly known as Sierra larkspur, is a perennial wildflower found in mountainous regions. It is also known by other common names, including mountain larkspur, glaucous larkspur, waxy pale larkspur, tower larkspur, tall larkspur, and giant larkspur.
Considerations for Pets
- As with all larkspurs, it possesses a talon-like spur on its flowers, which might be of interest to pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Delphinium glaucum S. Watson
- Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
- Synonyms: Delphinium brownii, Delphinium scopulorum
Distribution and Habitat
- Delphinium glaucum is native to mountainous environments west of the Rockies.
- It grows in moist habitats such as riverbanks and meadows.
- Specific locations include the Sierra Nevada, Klamath Ranges, and San Gabriel Mountains.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a perennial plant that grows to approximately 1.8 meters (6 feet) in height.
- The leaves have 5-7 broad lobes that are toothed but not dissected.
- Delphinium glaucum has hollow stems.
- The term "glaucum" refers to a waxy or bluish-gray coating on the plant.
Flowering Period
- Delphinium glaucum flowers from July to August.
- The flowers are hermaphrodite, containing both male and female reproductive organs.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- It can be found growing alongside Monkshood in meadows.
- It is a hybrid of subalpine larkspur (D. barbeyi).
Resources and Further Information
- Discover Life maintains a page with information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Delphinium glaucum.