| General Description | All parts of the plant are poisonous. |
| Shape | An upright, bushy plant. |
| Propagation | Propagate by division in autumn or from seed sown in cold frames. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full sun or partial shade in a moist, humus-rich soil that never dries completely, taking care to keep away from the reach of small children and cattle. Mulch annually and cut back old spikes after flowering to encourage further bloom. It is a good idea in colder climates to mulch with evergreen prunings in autumn for frost protection. |
| Pests | Generally pest free due to toxicity, but may suffer from powdery mildews. |
| Notable Specimens | Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Found in the damp meadows and woodlands of mountain areas. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are orbicular, palmately lobed or divided into 5-7 lobed or dentate leaflets. |
| Flower Description | Inflorescence is usually dense, with flowers that are blue or tinged purple, with hemispheric hoods that are generally broader than their height. |
| Fruit Description | Seeds are 3-angled, and narrowly winged on the angles. |
