Carmichael’s monkshood

Carmichael's monkshood (Aconitum carmichaelii) is a species of showy perennial herb belonging to the buttercup family. Monkshoods, in general, are known for their distinctive hood-shaped flowers, which are typically purple or blue, though they can also be yellow or white. These plants are found in the Northern Hemisphere and are usually grown in partial shade with rich soil. While some species are cultivated for ornamental purposes and used in traditional medicine, it is crucial to note that all monkshood species are extremely poisonous due to the presence of aconitine. Carmichael's monkshood is one of the species cultivated in gardens.1