Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
huanica
ID:
741869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poelln.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Ber. Deutsch. Bot. Ges. 61: 209 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000741202



Common Names

  • Huan Squill
  • Huanica Squill
  • Huan Scilla


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Synonyms

  • Scilla edulis Hua [illegitimate]

Description

Scilla huanica (also called 'Huan Squill', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Scilla huanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scilla huanica is a small, blue, bell-shaped flower with 6 petals. The seed is a small, black, round berry. The seedlings are thin, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scilla huanica is a bulbous perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs. Plant the bulbs in the fall for spring flowering.

Where to Find Scilla huanica

Scilla huanica can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Scilla huanica FAQ

What is the common name of Scilla huanica?

Huan Squill

What is the natural habitat of Scilla huanica?

Scilla huanica is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the flower color of Scilla huanica?

The flowers of Scilla huanica are usually white or pale blue.

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,

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