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Chiricahua Mountain columbine
Scientific Name: Aquilegia triternata
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Aquilegia triternata: Chiricahua Mountain Columbine
Aquilegia triternata, commonly known as Chiricahua Mountain Columbine, is a beautiful wildflower found in specific regions of the United States.
Considerations for Pets
- Belongs to the genus Aquilegia, also known as Granny's Bonnet or Columbine, which may encompass species with varying characteristics.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Aquilegia triternata Payson
- Common Names: Chiricahua Mountain Columbine, Barrel Columbine
- Family: Ranunculaceae (Crowfoot Family)
Distribution and Habitat
- Found in the Chiricahua Mountains of Arizona.
- Also found in three Sky Island mountain ranges, Southern California, and one mountain range in Sonora.
Morphological Characteristics
- Described as a native perennial shrub.
- Grows as a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
- Flowers hang downward.
- Requires good drainage and water.
Ecology
- Attracts Rufous Hummingbirds and Broad-tailed Hummingbirds, which feed on the plant.
Quirky Facts
- The white and lavender Rocky Mountain columbine was designated the official state flower of Colorado in 1899.
Further Information
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Aquilegia triternata.
- Dave's Garden provides tips and ideas for gardens.