Galanthus nivalis
The story
Across different cultures, this beloved early bloomer has inspired many poetic names. In French, it is known as "perce-neige" or "Goutte de lait," while in German it is called "Schneeglöckchen." To many English speakers, it is affectionately referred to as the "Flower of Hope," representing the very first signs of life and renewal as winter begins to fade.
Sources: Wikidata
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
How to use it
Snowdrops can be used ornamentally in gardens, where they create stunning displays of white flowers in early spring. They are also known for naturalizing well, meaning they can spread and thrive in suitable environments, enhancing the beauty of your landscape.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
About
Galanthus nivalis, the snowdrop or common snowdrop, is the best-known and most widespread of the 20 species in its genus, Galanthus. Snowdrops are among the first bulbs to bloom in spring and can form impressive carpets of white in areas where they are native or have been naturalised. They should not be confused with the snowflakes, in the genera Leucojum and Acis.
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Galanthus nivalis
- Slug
- galanthus-nivalis
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Amaryllidaceae
- Genus
- Galanthus
- Species
- nivalis
- Wikidata QID
- Q109995
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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