Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
persica
ID:
664759

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Buhse) Chouard

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 3: 178 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664091

Common Names

  • Persian Hyacinthella
  • Persian Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Persian Squill

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Synonyms

  • Hyacinthus persicus Boiss. & Buhse [unknown]
  • Bellevalia persica (Boiss. & Buhse) Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Hyacinthella persica (also called Persian Hyacinth, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to the Middle East and Central Asia and is commonly found in dry grasslands and open woodlands. The plant has small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Hyacinthella persica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hyacinthella persica is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyacinthella persica is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Hyacinthella persica

Hyacinthella persica can be found in Iran.

Hyacinthella persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyacinthella persica?

Hyacinthella persica

What is the common name of Hyacinthella persica?

Persian hyacinth

What is the natural habitat of Hyacinthella persica?

Hyacinthella persica is native to the Mediterranean region

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-278538: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Alexander Buhse (1821-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buhse' in the authors string.
Pierre Chouard (1903-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chouard' in the authors string.