Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
centrale
ID:
728942

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Chev.) Traub

Source:
wcs

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Pl. Life 19: 59 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000728275



Common Names

  • Central Pancratium
  • Central Sea Daffodil
  • Central Sea-daffodil


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Description

Pancratium centrale (also called Central Sea Daffodil, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with long, strap-like leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in coastal areas and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Pancratium centrale is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pancratium centrale has white flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pancratium centrale is a slow-growing, terrestrial orchid that prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, although division can also be used. Seeds should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done when the plant is dormant, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mixture.

Where to Find Pancratium centrale

Pancratium centrale is found in the Canary Islands and Madeira.

Pancratium centrale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pancratium centrale?

Pancratium centrale

What is the common name of Pancratium centrale?

Central Sea Daffodil

Where is Pancratium centrale found?

Pancratium centrale is found in the Mediterranean region

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-285890: Based on the initial data import
Auguste Chevalier (1873-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Chev.' in the authors string.
Hamilton Paul Traub (1890-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Traub' in the authors string.