Galanthus angustifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolius
ID:
769431
Status:
valid
Authors:
Koss
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 14: 134 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000768764
Common Names
- Galanthus angustifolius
- Narrow-Leaved Snowdrop
- Angustifolius Snowdrop
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galanthus angustifolius (also called Narrow-leaved Snowdrop, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to Europe, where it is found in Bulgaria, Greece, and Turkey. It is a bulbous perennial, growing to 5–10 cm tall, with linear leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Galanthus angustifolius is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galanthus angustifolius has white flowers with six tepals. The seeds are small, black and oblong. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Galanthus angustifolius is a bulbous perennial plant that is native to the Caucasus and Turkey. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs.
Where to Find Galanthus angustifolius
Galanthus angustifolius can be found in the Caucasus Mountains, Turkey, and Iran.
Galanthus angustifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galanthus angustifolius?
Galanthus angustifolius
What is the common name of Galanthus angustifolius?
Narrow-Leaved Snowdrop
Where is Galanthus angustifolius native to?
Greece and Turkey
Species in the Galanthus genus
Galanthus allenii, Galanthus alpinus, Galanthus angustifolius, Galanthus cilicicus, Galanthus elwesii, Galanthus fosteri, Galanthus gracilis, Galanthus ikariae, Galanthus koenenianus, Galanthus krasnovii, Galanthus lagodechianus, Galanthus nivalis, Galanthus peshmenii, Galanthus plicatus, Galanthus reginae-olgae, Galanthus rizehensis, Galanthus transcaucasicus, Galanthus trojanus, Galanthus valentinei, Galanthus woronowii, Galanthus platyphyllus, Galanthus lagodechianus, Galanthus panjutinii, Galanthus samothracicus,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-307514: Based on the initial data import
Jurij Ivanovich Koss (1889-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Koss' in the authors string.