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Aquilegia shockleyi, commonly known as Shockley's columbine, is a perennial plant native to the western United States, specifically found in California and Nevada. Aquilegia shockleyi (Latin: Aquilegia shockleyi, family Papaveraceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Aquilegia shockleyi is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Aquilegia shockleyi is a member of the Papaveraceae family native to CAL and NEV. Aquilegia shockleyi thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium in texture.
Aquilegia shockleyi grows best in USDA zone 6-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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