The Winter Aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) is a European plant in the Ranunculaceae family of buttercups.

Winter Aconite

The Winter Aconite (Eranthis hyemalis) is a European plant in the Ranunculaceae family of buttercups.

Monk's hood, or aconitum napellus, is a blue flower. Monk's hood is a poisonus plant to both humans and cattle. This flower is often mistaken for horseradish.

Monk's Hood

Monk's hood, or aconitum napellus, is a blue flower. Monk's hood is a poisonus plant to both humans…

Each aconite flower has five petals. The leaves are shaped like palms. The roots of the plant should not be left around because they are poisonous and could be eaten by a person or animal.

Parts of Aconitum Napellus

Each aconite flower has five petals. The leaves are shaped like palms. The roots of the plant should…

Aconitum variegatum flowers are large and blue.  The flowers grown in clusters. Each individual flower has a helmet shape.

Aconitum Variegatum Habit and Flower

Aconitum variegatum flowers are large and blue. The flowers grown in clusters. Each individual flower…