Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Candle Larkspur
MainColor	Blue
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	June
ImageUrl	Delphinium-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Highly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A tall perennial producing dramatic spires of blue, purple, pink, or white flowers in summer. It is a staple of cottage gardens and adds vertical interest to borders.

Distribution

Native to mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. Widely cultivated in the UK but does not usually naturalise.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Historically used in herbal medicine for treating lice and skin conditions, though due to its toxicity, this practice has ceased.

Edibility

Not edible – all parts of the plant are poisonous.

Human Toxicity

Contains toxic alkaloids that can cause nausea, vomiting, slowed heartbeat, and even death in large quantities for humans or animals.

Pet Toxicity

Highly toxic – ingestion may be fatal to cats, dogs, and livestock.

Active Compounds

Diterpenoid alkaloids (e.g., delphinine).