Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
italica
ID:
664898

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Rothm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 53: 15 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664230



Common Names

  • Hyacinthoides italica
  • Italian Hyacinthoides
  • Hyacinthoides


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Description

Hyacinthoides italica (also called 'Italian Bluebell', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small herbaceous plant, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyacinthoides italica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used as a herbal remedy for various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyacinthoides italica has white, bell-shaped flowers with six petals. The seed is a small, black, three-sided nut. The seedlings have long, narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyacinthoides italica can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from the root ball and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Both seeds and divisions should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hyacinthoides italica

Hyacinthoides italica can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, and in North Africa.

Hyacinthoides italica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyacinthoides italica?

Hyacinthoides italica

What is the common name of Hyacinthoides italica?

Italian Bluebell

What is the natural habitat of Hyacinthoides italica?

Woodlands, meadows, and grasslands

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-278551: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Werner Rothmaler (1908-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rothm.' in the authors string.