Scilla cilicica
Scilla cilicica Siehe
Scilla cilicica is a flowering plant species in the genus Scilla, part of the Asparagaceae family. It is native to Cyprus, Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, Turkey, and Israel. This perennial plant reaches up to 50cm in height and width, and it blooms from February to March with violet-purple flowers.
Description
Scilla cilicica is a member of the Asparagaceae family and is found in the eastern Mediterranean region. It grows as a perennial herb, reaching a height and width of approximately 50cm. The species is characterized by its violet-purple flowers, which appear between February and March. Its native range includes Cyprus, Lebanon, Syria, Palestine, Turkey, and Israel. The species was first described in 1908 by Siehe.
Distribution
Cyprus · Lebanon-Syria · Palestine · Turkey
Synonyms
Othocallis cilicicaScilla venerisOthocallis morrisii var. veneris
