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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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