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Plant Name:

Western Columbine

Scientific Name:

Aquilegia formosa

Description:

Western Columbine is a perennial wildflower with showy red flowers

Habitat:

Moist, shady areas, woodland edges

Fauna:

Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies

Growing Conditions:

Prefers well-drained soils, part shade to full sun

Uses:

Native American tribes used Western Columbine for medicinal purposes

Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):

No

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Poisonous:

No

Fun Facts:

Western Columbine is the state flower of Colorado. It has unique spurred petals that resemble a bird in flight.

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