Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
Common Name: Colorado Blue Columbine
Aquilegia caerulea, also known as Colorado Blue Columbine, is an herbaceous perennial plant. It is the state flower of Colorado, and can be identified by its radially symmetric flowers and nectar-producing spurs. The genus name Aquilegia, is derived from the word "Aquila," which means eagle in Latin, as it is believed that the spurred petals resembled an eagle's talons. This plant can be found growing throughout the Rocky Mountains, and attracts hummingbirds due to its lobed leaves and bell-shaped flowers. The flowers are produced throughout May and June, and the plant can grow to a maximum height of about 1-2 feet. The seeds of Aquilegia caerulea have also been used as a pesticide to remove lice from hair.
Links for Images:
http://www.onestopwebmasters.com
http://image.gardening.eu/imma
