Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
peshmenii
ID:
769513

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.P.Davis & C.D.Brickell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
New Plantsman 1: 17 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000768846



Common Names

  • Galanthus peshmenii
  • Peshmen's Snowdrop
  • Peshmenii Snowdrop


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Description

Galanthus peshmenii (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 peshmenii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are also used for cut flower arrangements. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Galanthus peshmenii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Galanthus peshmenii is a bulbous perennial that is easy to grow in a sunny or partially shaded position in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Galanthus peshmenii

Galanthus peshmenii can be found in the Caucasus Mountains of Georgia and Russia.

Galanthus peshmenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Galanthus peshmenii?

Galanthus peshmenii

What is the common name of Galanthus peshmenii?

Peshmen's Snowdrop

Where is Galanthus peshmenii native to?

Greece and Turkey

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-307592: Based on the initial data import
Aaron Paul Davis (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Davis' in the authors string.
Christopher David Brickell (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.Brickell' in the authors string.