Pancratium arabicum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arabicum
ID:
729055
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sickenb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Contr. Fl. Egypte : 290 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728388
Common Names
- Pancratium arabicum
- Sea Daffodil
- Arabian Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pancratium arabicum (also called Arabian Sea Daffodil, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen shrub with long, narrow leaves. It is native to the Middle East, where it grows in dry, sandy soils and open woods.
Uses & Benefits
Pancratium arabicum has been used for medicinal purposes, such as treating wounds, skin diseases, and digestive problems. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pancratium arabicum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small and have thin, green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pancratium arabicum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Pancratium arabicum
Pancratium arabicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including the Middle East and North Africa.
Pancratium arabicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pancratium arabicum?
Pancratium arabicum
What is the common name of Pancratium arabicum?
Arabian Sea Daffodil
What is the natural habitat of Pancratium arabicum?
Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes
Species in the Pancratium genus
Pancratium canariense, Pancratium centrale, Pancratium biflorum, Pancratium arabicum, Pancratium illyricum, Pancratium donaldi, Pancratium foetidum, Pancratium verecundum, Pancratium landesii, Pancratium zeylanicum, Pancratium parvicoronatum, Pancratium parvum, Pancratium longiflorum, Pancratium maritimum, Pancratium maximum, Pancratium trianthum, Pancratium tenuifolium, Pancratium tortuosum, Pancratium triflorum, Pancratium sickenbergeri, Pancratium st-mariae, Pancratium sanctae-mariae, Pancratium nairii,
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-285905: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Sickenberger (1831-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sickenb.' in the authors string.