Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Aconitum L. [836]

genus_ja:

genus_en: Aconite, Monkshood

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accepted: Accepted

Family: Ranunculaceae

family_ja: キンポウゲ

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distribution_en:

description_en: Genus of 100 species of perennials and biennials, mainly from mountainous grassland or scrub in the N. hemisphere. Most have tuberous or occasionally fibrous roots and erect, sometimes twining stems. The stems bear shallowly- to palmately lobed. kidney-shaped to rounded or ovate, usually rich green leaves, mostly 5-10cm (2-4in) long. The curious, hooded flowers, usually 2.5-5cm (1-2in) long, are borne in racemes or panicles, 30-60cm (12-24in) long, well above the leaves. Flower shape and colour are provided by the sepals, because the petals are converted to nectaries under the "hood" of sepals. Ideal for a woodland garden and for borders; grow twining species through shrubs for support. Aconites are good for cutting, but contact with the foliage may irritate skin; all parts are highly toxic if ingested.

hardiness_en: Fully hardy.

cultivation_en:

propagation_en: Sow seed in containers in a cold frame in spring. Divide every third year in autumn or lace winter to maintain vigour, although plants are sometimes slow to re-establish.

pests_en: Fungal stem rot, aphids, and Verticillium wilt may be a problem.

description_ja:

comment: N. temperate

comment_ja: トリカブト，レイジンソウ

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56

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