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Genus Aconitum (Aconite, Monkshood)

Aconitum Aconitum carmichaelii Photo/Illustration: Chris Curless
ak-on-EYE-tum Common Name: Aconite, Monkshood
Plants in this genus are noted for their curious hooded flowers produced on stalks well above the toothed foliage, with colorul sepals providing the shape and color.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Lobed rich-green leaves with colorful, usually yellow or shades of blue-violet, flowers which are actually sepals enclosing hidden petals.
 Care: Best grown in cool, moist soil in part shade, but will adapt well to most soils and full sun. Tall species may require staking.
 Propagation: Sow seed in containers in spring. Divide every third year in spring or autumn.
 Problems: Aphids, fungal stem rots, crown rot, and Verticillium wilt.