Sternbergia candida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
740692
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Mathew & T.Baytop
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Garden (London, 1975+) 104: 302 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000740025
Common Names
- White Sternbergia
- Sternbergia candida
- Candida Sternbergia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sternbergia candida (also called White Autumn Daffodil, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllis family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats. It has white flowers and narrow, strap-like leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Sternbergia candida is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sternbergia candida is yellow in colour and has six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sternbergia candida is a bulbous perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or offsets. It is a short-lived plant and will need to be replaced every few years.
Where to Find Sternbergia candida
Sternbergia candida is native to the Mediterranean and can be found in rocky areas and grasslands.
Sternbergia candida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sternbergia candida?
Sternbergia candida
What type of plant is Sternbergia candida?
It is a bulbous perennial plant
What is the natural habitat of Sternbergia candida?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
Species in the Sternbergia genus
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-288130: Based on the initial data import
Brian Mathew (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Mathew' in the authors string.
Turhan Baytop (1920-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Baytop' in the authors string.