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Delphinium fissum (Delphinium fissum)

Delphinium fissum is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to the Mediterranean region, known for its tall spikes of blue flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam with a slightly alkaline to neutral pH.

Temperature

Ideal growing range.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile soil. Prefers loamy or sandy loam with a slightly alkaline to neutral pH.

Temperature

Ideal growing range.

Tolerates cooler temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-1.5 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Palmate

Flower Size

3-4 cm

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Synonyms
Delphinastrum fissum (Waldst. & Kit.) Spach
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderRanunculales
  • familyRanunculaceae
  • genusDelphinium
  • speciesDelphinium fissum
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Edible

No

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