Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
albiflorum
ID:
689635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Täckh. & Boulos) Hosni

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Taeckholmia 11: 54 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688968



Common Names

  • Muscari Albiflorum
  • White Grape Hyacinth
  • White Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Leopoldia albiflora Täckh. & Boulos [unknown]
  • Muscari albiflorum (Täckh. & Boulos) D.Heller [deprecated]

Description

Muscari albiflorum (also called White Grape Hyacinth, among many other common names) is an evergreen bulb native to Europe. It has a rosette of narrow, grass-like leaves and a short stem. It grows in grasslands and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Muscari albiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects. The bulbs of the plant are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Muscari albiflorum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a thin, papery seed coat. The seedlings are thin and spindly, with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscari albiflorum can be propagated by division or seed. For division, the clumps should be divided in spring or fall and replanted in well-draining soil. For seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist but not wet. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Muscari albiflorum

Muscari albiflorum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Muscari albiflorum FAQ

What type of plant is Muscari albiflorum?

Muscari albiflorum is a species of bulbous flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae.

Where does Muscari albiflorum grow?

Muscari albiflorum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Muscari albiflorum?

Muscari albiflorum is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are linear and its flowers are bell-shaped and white in color.

Species in the Muscari genus

Muscari sivrihisardaghlarensis, Muscari tavoricum, Muscari longistylum, Muscari albiflorum, Muscari fertile, Muscari hermonense, Muscari salah-eidii, Muscari mirum, Muscari macbeathianum, Muscari sandrasicum, Muscari adilii, Muscari filiforme, Muscari hierosolymitanum, Muscari lazulinum, Muscari commutatum, Muscari cazorlanum, Muscari discolor, Muscari dolichanthum, Muscari aucheri, Muscari bourgaei, Muscari botryoides, Muscari armeniacum, Muscari atlanticum, Muscari kerkis, Muscari alpanicum, Muscari pulchellum, Muscari racemosum, Muscari spreizenhoferi, Muscari stenanthum, Muscari neglectum, Muscari parviflorum, Muscari anatolicum, Muscari macrocarpum, Muscari heldreichii, Muscari latifolium, Muscari haradjianii, Muscari microstomum, Muscari turcicum, Muscari kurdicum, Muscari olivetorum, Muscari baeticum, Muscari babachii, Muscari vuralii, Muscari massayanum, Muscari artvinense, Muscari tuzgoluense, Muscari erdalii, Muscari serpentinicum,

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-281101: Based on the initial data import
Loutfy Boulos (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boulos' in the authors string.
Vivi Laurent-Täckholm (1898-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Täckh.' in the authors string.
Hasnaa A. Hosni: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hosni' in the authors string.