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foothill larkspur
Scientific Name: Delphinium hesperium
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Delphinium hesperium: Foothill Larkspur
Delphinium hesperium, commonly known as foothill larkspur, is a species of larkspur also referred to as western larkspur and coastal larkspur.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Delphinium hesperium A. Gray
- Common Name: Foothill larkspur
- Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
- Synonym: USDA Symbol: DEHE
Subspecies include Delphinium hesperium subsp. hesperium and Delphinium hesperium subsp. pallescens (Pale Western Larkspur).
Distribution and Habitat
Foothill larkspur is native to California and other areas, often found on foothill and mountain rangelands, particularly in spring and summer.
Morphological Characteristics
It is described as a blue or occasionally white larkspur. Larkspurs are perennial forbs (non-woody plants that are not grasses).
Ecological Role
Larkspur species (Delphinium spp.) can be poisonous to cattle on rangelands, especially small stature larkspur species typical of plains and foothill regions.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions that Foothill Larkspur is poisonous to cattle.
Considerations for Children
- The text mentions that Foothill Larkspur is a Mendocino Indian Drug (Poison) Plant.
Interactions with Other Organisms
The plant is known to be a food source for seeing swallowtails.
Further Information
- Dave's Garden is mentioned as a friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Delphinium hesperium.
- The RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) provides help and information on Delphinium hesperium subsp. pallescens.