Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
verticillatum
ID:
730740

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 206 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000730073



Common Names

  • Whorled Illecebrum
  • Whorled Illecebrum Lily
  • Whorled Lily


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Synonyms

  • Bergeretia uliginosa Bubani [unknown]

Description

Illecebrum verticillatum (also called Whorled Illecebrum, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, glossy leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Illecebrum verticillatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. The flowers are also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Illecebrum verticillatum has small white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The flowers are followed by small, black, shiny berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Illecebrum verticillatum is a tropical plant native to the Caribbean and Central America. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and placed in a warm, moist environment until they root.

Where to Find Illecebrum verticillatum

Illecebrum verticillatum is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh.

Illecebrum verticillatum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Illecebrum verticillatum?

Illecebrum verticillatum is native to Europe and North Africa.

What kind of soil does Illecebrum verticillatum prefer?

Illecebrum verticillatum prefers moist, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic pH.

What is the average height of Illecebrum verticillatum?

Illecebrum verticillatum typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.

Species in the Illecebrum genus

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

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