Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
minoica
ID:
739806

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Onira 5: 39 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739139



Common Names

  • Sternbergia minoica
  • Minoan Sternbergia
  • Minoan Crocus


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Description

Sternbergia minoica (also called Minoan Sternbergia, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to the Mediterranean. It has strap-like leaves and produces star-shaped yellow flowers. It typically grows in sandy soils in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sternbergia minoica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sternbergia minoica 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 minoica is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can tolerate temperatures down to -10C. It can be grown in containers or in a garden bed.

Where to Find Sternbergia minoica

Sternbergia minoica can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Sternbergia minoica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Sternbergia minoica?

Sternbergia minoica is native to the Mediterranean region.

What type of soil does Sternbergia minoica prefer?

Sternbergia minoica prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

What type of light does Sternbergia minoica need?

Sternbergia minoica prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287791: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.