Pancratium maximum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maximum
ID:
730241
Status:
valid
Authors:
Forssk.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1775
Citation Micro:
Fl. Aegypt.-Arab. : 72 (1775)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729574
Common Names
- Greater Sea Daffodil
- Greater Sea Daffodil Lily
- Greater Sea Onion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Mizonia maxima (Forssk.) A.Chev. [unknown]
Description
Pancratium maximum (also called Great Sea Daffodil, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sandy soils near the coast and can reach up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are long and narrow, and its white flowers are followed by yellow berries.
Uses & Benefits
Pancratium maximum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pancratium maximum has white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in the summer and are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pancratium maximum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done by carefully dividing the clumps of bulbs and replanting them in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pancratium maximum
Pancratium maximum is native to the Mediterranean region.
Pancratium maximum FAQ
What type of soil does Pancratium maximum prefer?
Pancratium maximum prefers well-drained, sandy soil.
How much sunlight does Pancratium maximum need?
Pancratium maximum prefers full sun.
How often should Pancratium maximum be watered?
Pancratium maximum should be watered regularly, but not too often.
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-286100: Based on the initial data import
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.