Bellevalia paradoxa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
762162
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1884
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 5: 308 (1884)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761495
Common Names
- Bellevalia paradoxa
- Paradoxa Bellevalia
- Bellevalia Paradoxa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Bellevalia paradoxa (also called 'Paradox Hyacinth', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, bell-shaped flowers that are usually blue, pink, or white in color and grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Bellevalia paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of fiber for making rope and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bellevalia paradoxa has small, white flowers with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, green and delicate.
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Bellevalia paradoxa can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water it regularly during the growing season and to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Bellevalia paradoxa
Bellevalia paradoxa can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, and Israel.
Bellevalia paradoxa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bellevalia paradoxa?
Bellevalia paradoxa
What type of plant is Bellevalia paradoxa?
It is a flowering plant.
Where is Bellevalia paradoxa found?
Bellevalia paradoxa is found in Turkey.
Species in the Bellevalia genus
Bellevalia anatolica, Bellevalia assadii, Bellevalia aucheri, Bellevalia brevipedicellata, Bellevalia ciliata, Bellevalia clusiana, Bellevalia crassa, Bellevalia cyanopoda, Bellevalia cyrenaica, Bellevalia decolorans, Bellevalia densiflora, Bellevalia desertorum, Bellevalia douinii, Bellevalia dubia, Bellevalia edirnensis, Bellevalia eigii, Bellevalia feinbrunae, Bellevalia flexuosa, Bellevalia fominii, Bellevalia galitensis, Bellevalia glauca, Bellevalia gracilis, Bellevalia hermonis, Bellevalia heweri, Bellevalia hyacinthoides, Bellevalia koeiei, Bellevalia kurdistanica, Bellevalia lipskyi, Bellevalia longipes, Bellevalia longistyla, Bellevalia macrobotrys, Bellevalia mathewii, Bellevalia mauritanica, Bellevalia modesta, Bellevalia montana, Bellevalia mosheovii, Bellevalia multicolor, Bellevalia nivalis, Bellevalia olivieri, Bellevalia palmyrensis, Bellevalia paradoxa, Bellevalia parva, Bellevalia rixii, Bellevalia romana, Bellevalia salaheidii, Bellevalia saviczii, Bellevalia sessiliflora, Bellevalia shiraziana, Bellevalia sitiaca, Bellevalia speciosa,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-300492: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.