Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
welwitschii
ID:
740950

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poelln.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Portugaliae Acta Biol., Sér. B, Sist. 1: 214 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000740283



Common Names

  • Scilla welwitschii
  • Welwitschii Scilla
  • Welwitschii


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Description

Scilla welwitschii (also called 'Welwitsch's Scilla', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests, woodlands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Scilla welwitschii has been used traditionally as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic. It is also used to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scilla welwitschii is white, with a yellow center and a bell-shaped shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scilla welwitschii is a small, evergreen, perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in early spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist.

Where to Find Scilla welwitschii

Scilla welwitschii can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Scilla welwitschii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scilla welwitschii?

Scilla welwitschii

What type of plant is Scilla welwitschii?

A flowering plant

Where is Scilla welwitschii found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

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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