Subalpine Larkspur
Delphinium barbeyi

Family: Buttercup (Ranunculaceae)
AKA: Delphinium, Tall Larkspur, Barbey's Larkspur
Photo taken on: July 11, 2004
Location: Oh-Be-Joyful Trail, GV, CO
Life Zones: Subalpine
Habitat: Moist meadows

Grows 3 to 6ft in large colonies, often in Aspen groves. Leaves are divided into several lobes. Flowers are deep blue to purple. Compare to Larkspur.

Flora of North America reference.