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Pinoche Creek larkspur
Scientific Name: Delphinium gypsophilum
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Pinoche Creek Larkspur (Delphinium gypsophilum)
Delphinium gypsophilum, commonly known as Pinoche Creek larkspur or Gypsum-loving larkspur, is a species of larkspur native to California.
Considerations for Pets
- The provided text mentions that this plant is "Very Toxic".
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Delphinium gypsophilum Ewan
- Common Names: Pinoche Creek larkspur, Gypsum-loving larkspur
- Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup family)
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms/Subspecies:
- Delphinium gypsophilum ssp. parviflorum
- Delphinium gypsophilum ssp. gypsophilum
- Nomenclatural Reference: Univ. Colorado Stud., Ser. D ii. 189 (1945)
Distribution and Habitat
- Delphinium gypsophilum is endemic to California.
- It grows in valleys and foothills of California.
Morphological Characteristics
- Delphinium gypsophilum is a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- It is often a perennial herb.
Ecology
- The species name "gypsophilum" means "gypsum-loving," suggesting it thrives in soils rich in gypsum.