Aconitum - Wikipedia Aconitum ( ˌækəˈnaɪtəm ), [2] also known as aconite, monkshood, wolfsbane, leopard's bane, devil's helmet, or blue rocket, [3] is a genus of over 250 species of flowering plants belonging to the family Ranunculaceae
Aconite: Safe Homeopathic Remedy or Dangerous Poison? Aconite (Aconitum napellus L ) is a plant that has both homeopathic medicinal uses and poisonous effects, depending on how it’s used Aconitum napellus is native to Europe but now grows throughout the world
Aconitum - North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox Plant in humus-rich moist soil that drains well In the southern portion of its range, it will need afternoon sun protection After flowering, cut the plants back to promote re-blooming Monkshood is poisonous, with a narcotic juice in the leaves and roots
ACONITE - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD Aconite is a plant in the Aconitum genus that grows in rocky areas in the Northern Hemisphere Despite containing poisonous chemicals, it's used as medicine
Aconite Uses, Benefits Side Effects - Drugs. com More than 100 species of Aconitum are found throughout the temperate zones of the United States and Canada These plants also are found throughout many parts of Asia, Africa, and Europe They contain poisonous alkaloids such as aconitine
Aconitum (Monkshood): Origin, Characteristics Cultivation Aconitum, also known as aconite, monkshood, wolfsbane, leopard’s bane, devil’s helmet, or blue rocket, is a genus of over 250 species of flowering plants belonging to the family Ranunculaceae
Description, Major Species, Facts, Poison - Britannica monkshood, (genus Aconitum), genus of more than 200 species of showy perennial herbs of the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae) They occur in the north temperate zone, usually in partial shade and in rich soil
Aconitum Flower: Recognizing This Beautiful, Toxic Plant Recognizing the Aconitum Flower Visually identifying Aconitum hinges on its distinctive flowers and leaves The most recognizable feature is the flower’s shape, which has a large upper sepal that forms a hood-like structure This unique shape is the source of its most common name, monkshood, as it resembles the cowl of a monk’s habit
11 Surprising Benefits of Aconite - Organic Facts Although most people don’t commonly think of poisonous flowers as being particularly beneficial for health, aconite, with the scientific name of Aconitum, is a genus of more than 200 flowering perennial plants that may surprise you
Aconitum Plant Growing Care Guide for Gardeners Plant Characteristics: Aconitum is easily recognized from its hood-shaped, deep blue to purple flowers Its tall, striking blooms are a magnet for pollinators, and help to add vertical interest to gardens Ideal Growing Conditions: Monkshood thrives in partial shade with a moist, well-draining soil