Aconitum novoaxillare

Aconitum novoaxillare

Native to:
China

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ranunculaceae
Genus:
Aconitum
Species:
Aconitum novoaxillare

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Geophyte , Forb/herb
Height:
150 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Months:
jul,aug,sep
Bloom Colors:
blue, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, hummingbirds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
21–90 days
Notes:
Seeds require light for germination and may show erratic germination over extended periods. Fresh seed germinates better than stored seed.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow immediately, Either the viability of these seeds is short or the species propagates best with fresh seed. Stored seed might be coaxed into germination with temperature cycling and patience. * seed very poisonous, wash hands after handling ,20°C x 4 weeks, then -7°C x 6 weeks, then 10°C,

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society