Delphinium nuttallianum - Pritz.

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Summary

Physical Characteristics

 
Delphinium nuttallianum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft).
It is hardy to zone (UK) 4. It is in flower from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Synonyms

Habitats

 Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

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Parasiticide.

None known

Other Uses

Dye;  Ink;  Parasiticide.

A blue dye is obtained from the flowers[207, 257]. An ink can be made from the dye[207]. A parasiticide is obtained from the leaves[172]. It is quite toxic and so is for external use only.

Cultivation details

Prefers a rich well-drained soil[111, 200]. Dislikes water-logged soils[200]. Requires an open sunny position[188]. A very variable species, there are several sub-species[61]. A greedy plant, inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes[54]. Slugs and snails are very attracted to this plant[200].

Propagation

Seed - sow March/April in a cold frame or May outdoors[111]. Keep moist and in a shady position until germination takes place[175]. The seed has a limited viability so it should be stored in a sealed container at about 3°c[200]. Temperatures above 15°c inhibit germination[175]. The seed usually germinates in 2 - 9 weeks at 15°c[175]. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out into their permanent positions in the summer. Cuttings of basal shoots in April/May, taken before they become hollow at the base, and planted in a cold frame[111]. Division in spring[111] or early autumn[200].

Other Names

If available other names are mentioned here

Twolobe larkspur and Nuttall's larkspur.

Found In

Countries where the plant has been found are listed here if the information is available

Western N. America - British Columbia to California.

Weed Potential

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This plant can be weedy or invasive. Some evidence in western US.

Conservation Status

IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status : This taxon has not yet been assessed.

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