Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kurdicum
ID:
836784

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maroofi

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 13: 75 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836119



Common Names

  • Muscari kurdicum
  • Kurdicum Muscari
  • Muscari Flower


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Description

Muscari kurdicum (also called 'Kurdish Muscari', among many other common names) is a species of bulb native to Central and South Asia. It has small, oval leaves that are green in color and can reach up to 10 cm in length. The flowers are small and blue, and can be found in clusters of up to 10 blooms. It prefers dry, sunny environments and is commonly found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Muscari kurdicum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Muscari kurdicum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscari kurdicum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Replant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist but not wet.

Where to Find Muscari kurdicum

Muscari kurdicum is native to the temperate forests of Turkey.

Muscari kurdicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscari kurdicum?

Muscari kurdicum

What is the common name of Muscari kurdicum?

Kurdish Muscari

What is the natural habitat of Muscari kurdicum?

Tropical rainforests

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-373401: Based on the initial data import
Hossein Maroofi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maroofi' in the authors string.