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Scilla morrisii
Pallid Squill, Morris Squill
Origin: North-west region of Cyprus.
| Family |
| Asparagaceae |
| Genus |
| Scilla |
| Species |
| morrisii |
| Category |
| Bulbs, Perennials |
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Description and Growing Information
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| General Description |
| A critically endangered perennial which looks similar to that of a small onion. Each of its flowering stems bear 1-2 flowers clustered in loose groupings. Known for its toxic properties and can cause severe digestive disorders. |
| Habitat |
| Moist, shaded crevices and banks, under a closed canopy of oak tress and shrubs at an altitude of 250-900 m. |
| Leaf Description |
| 3-6 think spear shaped leaves, 70 cm long and 0.5-1.5 cm in width, that emerge from the bulb below ground and curve around the flowering stalk. |
| Flower Description |
| Small star shaped flowers generally lilac, blue or creamy white in colour. |
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