Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
anatolicum
ID:
696069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cowley & Özhatay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 49: 485 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000695402



Common Names

  • Anatolian Grape Hyacinth
  • Anatolian Muscari
  • Anatolian Bluebell


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Description

Muscari anatolicum (also called Anatolian Grape Hyacinth, among many other common names) is a small bulbous plant with blue flowers. It is native to the temperate regions of Turkey and can be found in moist woods and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Muscari anatolicum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. The flowers are used to make a tea which is believed to have medicinal properties and is used to treat colds and allergies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Muscari anatolicum is a bell-shaped, blue flower with six petals. The seed of this plant is a small, black, oblong berry. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscari anatolicum is a low-growing perennial with small, bell-shaped flowers and blue berries. It is native to Turkey and the Caucasus region. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Muscari anatolicum

Muscari anatolicum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe and Asia.

Muscari anatolicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscari anatolicum?

Muscari anatolicum

What is the common name of Muscari anatolicum?

Anatolian grape hyacinth

What is the natural habitat of Muscari anatolicum?

Muscari anatolicum is native to Turkey and can be found in grassy meadows and rocky slopes

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-281804: Based on the initial data import
Elizabeth Jill Cowley (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cowley' in the authors string.
Neriman Özhatay (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Özhatay' in the authors string.