Wholesome wolfs bane (Aconitum anthora)

Wholesome wolfs bane

Also known as: Yellow helmet flower

The poison monkshoot grows as a perennial herbaceous plant and reaches stature heights of 25 to 150 centimeters. The stiff upright stems are bluish-green and hairy. The hand-shaped divided stem leaves are five to seven parts to the bottom, the sections are two to three times fiederteilig and narrow linear, 1 to 2 millimeters wide Zipfel have.

Scientific classification

Species

Wholesome wolfs bane (Aconitum anthora)

Buttercups, poppies and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

1.2 m

Plant Height

40 cm

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Wholesome wolfs bane

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Wholesome wolfs bane prefers cool, moist environments and thrives with consistent hydration, requiring weekly watering. Moderately drought-tolerant, it avoids waterlogging. As an herbaceous perennial, wholesome wolfs bane's growth cycles depend on water availability, promoting robust seasonal foliage when optimally hydrated.

Pruning: Prune wholesome wolfs bane in early to later spring to promote growth and flowering. Remove dead stems for better structure and air circulation, using sanitized tools to prevent infections. Trim just above healthy buds to maintain plant health and attractiveness through the seasons.

Propagation: Wholesome wolfs bane can be propagated by sowing seeds in a cold frame immediately after harvesting. Maintain moist, well-drained soil for germination. Pot seedlings with true leaves individually, and acclimatize them outdoors before transplanting into the garden.

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