Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sickenbergeri
ID:
730443

Status:
valid

Authors:
Asch. & Schweinf. ex Boiss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Herb. Levant : 158 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729776



Common Names

  • Sickenbergeri Pancratium
  • Sickenbergeri Sea-Daffodil
  • Sickenbergeri


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Synonyms

  • Pancratium sickenbergeri desertorum Sickenb. [unknown]
  • Pancratium sickenbergeri littorale Sickenb. [unknown]

Description

Pancratium sickenbergeri (also called Sickenberger's Sea-Daffodil, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows to 1-2 feet in height and has narrow, grass-like leaves and white, star-shaped flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun and is often found in rocky areas and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pancratium sickenbergeri is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used in floral arrangements. It can also be used as a groundcover or border plant, and its leaves can be used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pancratium sickenbergeri has a white flower with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pancratium sickenbergeri is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pancratium sickenbergeri

Pancratium sickenbergeri can be found in the Caribbean region, including the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Pancratium sickenbergeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pancratium sickenbergeri?

Pancratium sickenbergeri

What is the common name of Pancratium sickenbergeri?

Sickenberger's sea daffodil

What is the natural habitat of Pancratium sickenbergeri?

It is native to 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-286134: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Paul Friedrich August Ascherson (1834-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Asch.' in the authors string.