Muscari discolor - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
694135
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 5: 300 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693468
Common Names
- Muscari discolor
- Two-colored Grape Hyacinth
- Discolor Grape Hyacinth
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Muscari discolor (also called Blue Grape Hyacinth, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant with a tufted habit. It is native to Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Muscari discolor is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is a low-maintenance plant that is drought-tolerant and can tolerate poor soils. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Muscari discolor has small, blue-violet flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Muscari discolor is a hardy, herbaceous perennial that grows from 8-12 inches tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a seed bed outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Muscari discolor
Muscari discolor can be found in parts of Europe, including France, Germany, and Switzerland.
Muscari discolor FAQ
What is the scientific name of Muscari discolor?
Muscari discolor
What is the natural habitat of Muscari discolor?
It is found in dry, rocky places in the Mediterranean region.
What is the flowering period of Muscari discolor?
It flowers from March to May.
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-281561: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.