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(Aconitum variegatum)
Manchurian Monkshood (Aconitum variegatum)
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Summary
Aconitum variegatum, commonly known as Manchurian Monkshood, is a deciduous perennial herb native to temperate regions of Europe, particularly in mountainous woodlands and meadows. It typically grows to a height of 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters) and a width of about 1 foot (0.3 meters). This plant is characterized by its deeply divided dark green leaves and hooded purple flowers, which bloom from late spring to early fall and are quite showy, attracting pollinators such as bees.
Manchurian Monkshood is valued for its striking flowers and is often used in border plantings, woodland gardens, and as a part of naturalistic plantings. It requires consistent moisture and thrives in well-drained, fertile soils with a preference for full sun to part shade conditions. While it is a beautiful addition to gardens, all parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested, and it should be handled with care, especially around children and pets. There are no popular garden cultivars of significant note, but gardeners should be aware of its toxic nature when considering this plant for their gardens.CC BY-SA 4.0
Manchurian Monkshood is valued for its striking flowers and is often used in border plantings, woodland gardens, and as a part of naturalistic plantings. It requires consistent moisture and thrives in well-drained, fertile soils with a preference for full sun to part shade conditions. While it is a beautiful addition to gardens, all parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested, and it should be handled with care, especially around children and pets. There are no popular garden cultivars of significant note, but gardeners should be aware of its toxic nature when considering this plant for their gardens.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 3-4 feet
- Width: 0.75-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Flower Color: Purple
- Flowering Season: Spring, Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Potted Plant, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Temperate regions of Europe, particularly in mountainous woodlands and meadows
Other Names
Common Names: Royal Larkspur, Bunter Eisenhut, Aconit Panaché, Brokig Stormhatt
Scientific Names: , Aconitum cammarum, Aconitum variegatum, Aconitum japonicum, Aconitum uncinatum, Aconitum nasutum, Aconitum odontandrum, Aconitum variegatum subsp. rostratum, Aconitum rostratum, Aconitum gracile
GBIF Accepted Name: Aconitum variegatum L.