Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
colchiciflora
ID:
740696

Status:
valid

Authors:
Waldst. & Kit.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Descr. Icon. Pl. Hung. 2: 172 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000740029



Common Names

  • Colchic Sternbergia
  • Sternbergia colchiciflora
  • Colchiciflora Sternbergia


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Description

Sternbergia colchiciflora (also called Colchic Autumn Daffodil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllis family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats. It has yellow flowers and narrow, strap-like leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Sternbergia colchiciflora is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sternbergia colchiciflora is yellow in colour and has six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sternbergia colchiciflora is a bulbous perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or offsets. It is a short-lived plant and will need to be replaced every few years.

Where to Find Sternbergia colchiciflora

Sternbergia colchiciflora is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in rocky areas and grasslands.

Sternbergia colchiciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sternbergia colchiciflora?

Sternbergia colchiciflora

What type of plant is Sternbergia colchiciflora?

It is a bulbous perennial plant

What is the natural habitat of Sternbergia colchiciflora?

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-288134: Based on the initial data import
Franz de Paula Adam von Waldstein (1759-1823): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Waldst.' in the authors string.
Pál Kitaibel (1757-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kit.' in the authors string.