Larkspur Flower Uses. 06042014 Larkspur is actually classified as a poisonous hardy annual Delphinium Hybrids. It is the birth flower for the month of July.
Nearly all parts of the plant are poisonous to all animals except sheep. It is made from the leaves according to another report. It was commonplace to plant larkspur flowers near the front door to ward as a symbol of protection.
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Larkspur poultices basically a gooey porridge made from the plant was used to treat haemorrhoids and open wounds. It is also effective against aphids and thrips. Szivokost or Alive Bone is Russias Larkspur. Today however the flower is referred to as Consolida ambigua and Consolida orientalis two flowers that are both grown and used as cut flowers and classified in the Consolida genus.