Haranglábakat

Haranglábakat, scientifically known as Aquilegia, are a genus of about 70 species of herbaceous perennial plants in the family Ranunculaceae. They are commonly referred to as columbines. These plants are native to meadows, woodlands, and mountains of Europe, Asia, and North America. Haranglábakat are characterized by their distinctive spurred flowers, which come in a wide array of colors including blue, purple, red, pink, yellow, and white, often with contrasting inner petals. The flowers are typically bell-shaped and have a unique, inverted appearance due to the spurs.

The foliage of haranglábakat is usually deeply lobed or divided, creating a delicate, fern-like effect. Many species are grown as ornamental plants in gardens, prized for their unusual flowers and attractive foliage. They are generally hardy plants, preferring well-drained soil and partial shade, though some varieties can tolerate full sun. Haranglábakat are popular in cottage gardens and perennial borders. Several hybrid cultivars have been developed, offering a wider range of colors and forms.

In addition to their ornamental value, some species of haranglábakat have been used in traditional medicine, though their medicinal properties can vary and some parts of the plant may be toxic if ingested. The name "columbine" derives from the Latin word for dove, referring to the resemblance of the inverted flower to a cluster of doves. The genus name, Aquilegia, comes from the Latin "aquila," meaning eagle, thought to refer to the spur's resemblance to an eagle's talon.