Pancratium parvum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvum
ID:
730171
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dalzell
Source:
wcs
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 2: 144 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000729504
Common Names
- Parvum Pancratium
- Parvum Lily
- Parvum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pancratium parvum (also called Small lily, among many other common names) is a species of lily native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall and has white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in moist woodlands, meadows, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Pancratium parvum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its sap is used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pancratium parvum has a white flower with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pancratium parvum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.
Where to Find Pancratium parvum
Pancratium parvum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pancratium parvum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pancratium parvum?
Pancratium parvum
What is the common name of Pancratium parvum?
Small sea daffodil
Where is Pancratium parvum native to?
Australia
Species in the Pancratium genus
Pancratium canariense, Pancratium centrale, Pancratium biflorum, Pancratium arabicum, Pancratium illyricum, Pancratium donaldi, Pancratium foetidum, Pancratium verecundum, Pancratium landesii, Pancratium zeylanicum, Pancratium parvicoronatum, Pancratium parvum, Pancratium longiflorum, Pancratium maritimum, Pancratium maximum, Pancratium trianthum, Pancratium tenuifolium, Pancratium tortuosum, Pancratium triflorum, Pancratium sickenbergeri, Pancratium st-mariae, Pancratium sanctae-mariae, Pancratium nairii,
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-286088: Based on the initial data import
Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.