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Delphinium decorum

Ranunculaceae

Yellow-Tinge Larkspur

Delphinium decorum
Erect stems easily broken away from roots. Lower stem hairy. Basal leaves divided, 3–15 lobes with rounded tips, hairless above, fine hairs on underside and edges; stem leaves few. Spike contains 2–20 flowers, each on a 1/2–2 1/2 in. finely haired stalk. Oblong, dark blue-purple flower sepals not reflexed; spur 1/2–3/4 in. long. Found in grasslands, open bushy places, primarily along coast.

  • Rarity: Locally Common
  • Flowering Time: Early Spring, Mid Spring, Late Spring
  • Flower Form: 5 petals, spured (delphiniums)
  • Life Cycle: Perennial
  • Height: 4–12 inches
  • Habitat: Coastal, Meadow
  • Found In: Siskiyous
  • Native: Yes
  • Also Known As: Coast Delphinium

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