Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
754675

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Martin bis) Sweet

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Brit. Fl. Gard. 3: t. 297 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754008

Common Names

  • Acis rosea
  • Rose Rattan
  • Rose Cane

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Description

Acis rosea (also called Rose Garlic, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is a small bulbous perennial with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Acis rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties such as treating skin diseases, wounds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Acis rosea has yellow flowers with white centers. Seed: The seeds of this plant are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Acis rosea are green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acis rosea is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10 degrees Celsius. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acis rosea

Acis rosea can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Acis rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acis rosea?

Acis rosea

What is the common name of Acis rosea?

Rose snowflake

What is the natural habitat of Acis rosea?

It is native to Europe

Species in the Amaryllidaceae family

Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-293467: Based on the initial data import
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
F. Martin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Martin bis' in the authors string.