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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).