Friday 11 March 2016

Hyacinthus orientalis


  • Common Name - common hyacinth
  • Botanical Name - Hyacinthus orientalis
  • Family - Asparagaceae
  • Bud - Basal
  • Stem/Bark - Green (bulbs)
  • Leaf - simple, linear shape, acute apex, sheathing base, entire margins
  • Flower - raceme inflorescence, blue/purple, March
  • Fruit -  insignificant
  • Habit - stiffly upright
  • Form - oval - vertical
  • Size -  0.2 - 0.4 m
  • Culture - full sun/part shade, well drained soil
  • Use - indoor plant, spring interest

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