Status:
valid
Authors:
(Degen & Hervier) Speta
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 26: 288 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000664351
Common Names
- Reverchon's Hyacinth
- Bluebell
- English Bluebell
Synonyms
- Scilla reverchonii Degen & Hervier [unknown]
- Endymion reverchonii (Degen & Hervier) Breistr. [unknown]
- Scilla reverchonii Degen & Herv.-Bass [deprecated]
Description
Hyacinthoides reverchonii (also called Spanish Bluebells, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky habitats. It is a perennial herb with linear leaves and bell-shaped blue flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hyacinthoides reverchonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, parks, and other public spaces. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hyacinthoides reverchonii has small, star-shaped, blue flowers with six petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Elaeocarpus seringii is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to tropical Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature wood and rooted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Once established, Elaeocarpus seringii should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hyacinthoides reverchonii
Hyacinthoides reverchonii can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey, and in North Africa.
Hyacinthoides reverchonii FAQ
What is the common name of Hyacinthoides reverchonii?
Reverchon's Bluebell
What is the scientific name of Hyacinthoides reverchonii?
Hyacinthoides reverchonii
What is the natural habitat of Hyacinthoides reverchonii?
Forests in Europe
Species in the Hyacinthoides genus
Hyacinthoides aristidis,
Hyacinthoides hispanica,
Hyacinthoides italica,
Hyacinthoides lingulata,
Hyacinthoides massartiana,
Hyacinthoides mauritanica,
Hyacinthoides non-scripta,
Hyacinthoides paivae,
Hyacinthoides reverchonii,
Hyacinthoides cedretorum,
Hyacinthoides flahaultiana,
Hyacinthoides ciliolata,
Hyacinthoides kroumiriensis,
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,