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San Bernardino larkspur

Scientific Name: Delphinium parryi ssp. parryi

Family: Ranunculaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

San Bernardino Larkspur (Delphinium parryi)

The San Bernardino larkspur, scientifically known as Delphinium parryi, is a beautiful wildflower with a few interesting facts.

Common Names

  • San Bernardino Larkspur
  • Parry's Larkspur

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Delphinium parryi A. Gray
  • Family: Ranunculaceae (mentioned in context of a photo location)
  • Subspecies:
    • Delphinium parryi ssp. parryi
    • Delphinium parryi ssp. purpureum (F.H. Lewis & Epling) M.J. Warnock

Distribution and Habitat

Delphinium parryi is native to Baja California and found in California, specifically in the San Bernardino area, San Luis Obispo County, and Santa Barbara County.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • It is described as a perennial herb that comes back every year from deep woody roots.
  • Typically has a single stem and a rosetted growth habit.