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Pinoche Creek larkspur

Scientific Name: Delphinium gypsophilum ssp. parviflorum

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 endemic to California.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text indicates this plant is "Very Toxic".

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Delphinium gypsophilum Ewan
  • Common Names: Pinoche Creek larkspur, Gypsum-loving larkspur
  • Family: Ranunculaceae
  • 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

  • Endemic to California.
  • Found in valleys and foothills of California.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Classified as a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass.
  • Described as a perennial herb.

Quirky Facts

  • The species name, gypsophilum, means "gypsum-loving," indicating a preference for soils rich in gypsum.

Additional Information

  • Discover Life has a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Delphinium gypsophilum.
  • CalPhotos hosts images of Delphinium gypsophilum by Christopher L. Christie (2005).