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Morris Squill

Scilla morrisii Meikle
Morris Squill
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Scilla morrisii, known as the Morris squill or pallid squill, is a critically endangered plant species in the Asparagaceae family. It is endemic to Cyprus, where it grows in Mediterranean-type shrubby vegetation.

Description

Scilla morrisii, described by Meikle in 1975, is a member of the Asparagaceae family and is found only in Cyprus. This species is part of the Mediterranean shrubland ecosystems and is considered critically endangered. Its limited distribution and habitat make it a species of conservation concern.

Other common names

Morris SquillPallid Squill

Distribution

Global · Cyprus

Synonyms

Othocallis morrisii

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