Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
tavoricum
ID:
689586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ravenna

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Onira 7: 14 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000688919



Common Names

  • Muscari Tavoricum
  • Tavor Grape Hyacinth
  • Tavor Star of Bethlehem


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Description

Muscari tavoricum (also called Tavor Grape Hyacinth, among many other common names) is a small bulbous perennial native to Israel. It has a spreading crown and a thin, grey stem. It is found in moist, sheltered valleys and along streams in the lowland subtropical forests. It is also found in the lowland subtropical forests of Israel.

Uses & Benefits

Muscari tavoricum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Muscari tavoricum has small, bell-shaped flowers with a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscari tavoricum can be propagated from seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Muscari tavoricum

Muscari tavoricum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Muscari tavoricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscari tavoricum?

Muscari tavoricum

What is the common name of Muscari tavoricum?

Tavor grape hyacinth

What is the natural habitat of Muscari tavoricum?

Mountain meadows

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,

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