Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cretica
ID:
736916

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss. & Heldr.) Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 119: 14 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000736249



Common Names

  • Cretan Squill
  • Crete Squill
  • Cretic Squill


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Description

Scilla cretica (also called Cretan Squill, among many other common names) is a species of bulbous perennial native to Europe. It is a small, evergreen, bulbous perennial growing to 15 cm tall. It has a single, erect, hairy leaf and a single blue flower. It is found in the mountains of Europe, growing in rocky soils in grassland and scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Scilla cretica is a popular ornamental plant due to its bright blue flowers. It is often used in gardens and flower beds to add a splash of color. It is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scilla cretica is a blue or purple star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round and black seed. The seedlings are small and have two or three long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scilla cretica is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be grown in a variety of soil types. It is best grown in full sun and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Scilla cretica

Scilla cretica is native to parts of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Scilla cretica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scilla cretica?

Scilla cretica

What type of plant is Scilla cretica?

Perennial herbaceous bulbous plant

Where is Scilla cretica native to?

Greece and Turkey

Species in the Scilla genus

Scilla amoena, Scilla antunesii, Scilla arenaria, Scilla africana, Scilla albanica, Scilla achtenii, Scilla cilicica, Scilla ciliata, Scilla chlorantha, Scilla begoniifolia, Scilla bussei, Scilla congesta, Scilla cretica, Scilla dualaensis, Scilla engleri, Scilla pleiophylla, Scilla reuteri, Scilla voethorum, Scilla subnivalis, Scilla cydonia, Scilla merinoi, Scilla buekkensis, Scilla dimartinoi, Scilla siberica, Scilla andria, Scilla lucis, Scilla werneri, Scilla welwitschii, Scilla verna, Scilla vindobonensis, Scilla villosa, Scilla mischtschenkoana, Scilla kurdistanica, Scilla latifolia, Scilla laxiflora, Scilla ledieni, Scilla leepii, Scilla jaegeri, Scilla libanotica, Scilla katendensis, Scilla kladnii, Scilla madeirensis, Scilla melaina, Scilla mesopotamica, Scilla messeniaca, Scilla lilio-hyacinthus, Scilla litardierei, Scilla longistylosa, Scilla luciliae, Scilla lochiae,

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-287186: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor von Heldreich (1822-1902): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heldr.' in the authors string.
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.