Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
racemosum
ID:
695441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1768

Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 3 (1768)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694774



Common Names

  • Muscari racemosum
  • Racemose Muscari
  • Racemose Grape Hyacinth


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Description

Muscari racemosum (also called Grape Hyacinth, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Muscari racemosum has been used for its medicinal properties, including as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal. It has also been used as an ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine, as well as for its culinary uses, such as in curries and other dishes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Muscari racemosum is blue and has a pleasant smell. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscari racemosum is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 8 inches tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the bulbs and separate them into smaller clumps. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, sunny area.

Where to Find Muscari racemosum

Muscari racemosum is native to Europe and North Africa. It can be found in grasslands and meadows.

Muscari racemosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscari racemosum?

Muscari racemosum

What is the common name of Muscari racemosum?

Grape Hyacinth

What is the natural habitat of Muscari racemosum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain and Portugal east to Turkey and Syria.

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

IPNI record: 538587-1: Originally associated with wfo-0000770371
The Plant List version 1.0, record: kew-309092: Originally associated with wfo-0000770371
The Plant List version 1.1, record: kew-309092: Originally associated with wfo-0000770371
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:538587-1: Based on the initial data import