Galanthus elwesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elwesii
ID:
769447
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 101: t. 6166 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000768780
Common Names
- Galanthus elwesii
- Elwes' Snowdrop
- Elwesii Snowdrop
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Galanthus elwesii (also called Snowdrop, among many other common names) is a small bulbous perennial plant native to Europe and Asia. It has white bell-shaped flowers that bloom in the winter. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Galanthus elwesii 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Galanthus elwesii var. elwesiiGalanthus elwesii var. monostictus P.D.Sell
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Galanthus elwesii 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 elwesii 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 elwesii
Galanthus elwesii can be found in the meadows of Europe.
Galanthus elwesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Galanthus elwesii?
Galanthus elwesii
What is the common name of Galanthus elwesii?
Elwes' Snowdrop
Where is Galanthus elwesii 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-307529: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.