Milla magnifica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magnifica
ID:
753347
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.E.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 8: 282 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000752680
Common Names
- Magnifica Tree
- Milla Tree
- Magnifica Mahogany Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Milla magnifica (also called Magnificent Milla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Liliaceae family. It is native to Chile and is found in grassland and shrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Milla magnifica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Milla magnifica has white flowers with yellowish-green stripes and a star-shaped seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Milla magnifica is a bulbous perennial plant native to Chile. It is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs in early spring.
Where to Find Milla magnifica
Milla magnifica is native to Madagascar.
Milla magnifica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Milla magnifica?
Milla magnifica
What is the common name of Milla magnifica?
Magnificent Milla
What are the characteristics of Milla magnifica?
Milla magnifica is a perennial herb with a basal rosette of leaves and a single flower stalk. The flowers are white or pink, and the leaves are long and narrow.
Species in the Milla genus
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-292168: Based on the initial data import
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.