Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
litwinovii
ID:
665780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Czerniak.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Glavn. Bot. Sada RSFSR 4: 148 1923

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000665112

Common Names

  • Litwinovii Hyacinthus
  • Litwinovii Oliveberry
  • Litwinovii Ash

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Synonyms

  • Hyacinthella litwinowii (Czerniak.) Czerep. [unknown]

Description

Hyacinthus litwinovii (also called 'Litwinov's Hyacinth', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia and the Caucasus. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyacinthus litwinovii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. The leaves of the plant are used to make tea which is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hyacinthus litwinovii are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyacinthus litwinovii is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location.

Where to Find Hyacinthus litwinovii

Hyacinthus litwinovii can be found in Central Asia.

Hyacinthus litwinovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyacinthus litwinovii?

Hyacinthus litwinovii

What are the common names of Hyacinthus litwinovii?

Litwinov's Hyacinthus

What is the natural habitat of Hyacinthus litwinovii?

Tropical rainforest

Species in the Hyacinthus genus

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,