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larkspurleaf monkshood

Scientific Name: Aconitum delphiniifolium

Family: Ranunculaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Larkspur-Leaf Monkshood (Aconitum delphiniifolium)

Aconitum delphiniifolium, commonly known as Larkspur-leaf Monkshood or Northern Monkshood, is a visually striking plant with a rich history and distribution.

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • This plant is part of the genus Aconitum, also known as aconite, monkshood, or wolf's bane, a name often associated with toxicity.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Scientific Name: Aconitum delphiniifolium
  • Common Names: Larkspur-leaf Monkshood, Northern Monkshood, Mountain Monkshood
  • Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
  • Genus: Aconitum
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Aconitum desoulavyi
    • Aconitum delphiniifolium DC.
    • Aconitum delphinifolium
    • Aconitum nivatum
  • Subspecies:
    • Aconitum delphiniifolium DC. subsp. delphiniifolium
    • Aconitum delphiniifolium ssp. chamissonianum
    • Aconitum delphiniifolium ssp. delphiniifolium
    • Aconitum delphiniifolium ssp. paradoxum
    • Aconitum delphinifolium var. paradoxum

Distribution and Habitat

  • The plant is found in Alaska.
  • It is also known to grow in Victoria, Australia.
  • It is distributed in east locations.
  • It is known to grow near the East Fork Chulitna Wayside, at mile 185.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Aconitum delphiniifolium is described as a perennial forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
  • It has palmatifid leaves.
  • It stands up to 25 cm tall.
  • It has a blue hooded blossom.
  • It has deep violet purple flowers.

Additional Varieties

  • Columbian Monkshood
  • Southern Blue Monkshood