About Delphinium recurvatum Greene
Delphinium recurvatum is a species of larkspur with three common names: Byron larkspur, recurved larkspur, and valley larkspur. This plant is endemic to California, and most of its historical native range lies within the state's Central Valley. Most of the valley's native grasslands have been converted for development and agriculture, so this species is now uncommon. This wildflower grows to a maximum height of around half a meter. Its deeply lobed leaves are mostly found at the base of the plant; leaves growing higher up the dark purple stem are much smaller. Its flowers are typically blue, with sepals and lower petals that are darker in color than the upper petals. The sepals of this plant are usually curved backward, which is the trait that gives the species its scientific name.
