Desert Columbine (Aquilegia longissima)

   

Overview of and close-up of flower of Aquilegia longissima. Chisos Mountains. Photographs by Gertrud Konings.

• Common English Names: Longspur Coumbine
• Common Spanish Names: Aguileña
• Scientific Name: Aquilegia longissima (ah-kwih-LAY-jee-ah lon-JISS-ih-muh)
• Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
• Geographic Range: Southern Arizona, Big Bend, and northern Mexico.
• Plant Form: Perennial forb.
• Remarks: Exceptionally long-spurred yellow flowers with lush, fine textured foliage.

Last Update: 10 Sep 2006