Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Snowdrop |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | January |
| ImageUrl | Galanthus-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Abbots Langley |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Snowdrops are small, bulbous perennials with delicate, nodding white flowers that have a green mark at the tip of each inner petal. They typically bloom in late winter to early spring and have narrow, strap-like leaves.
Distribution
Native to Europe and parts of the Middle East, snowdrops are commonly found in woodlands, meadows, and gardens across the UK and other temperate regions.
Medicinal/Other Uses
✅ Galanthamine, derived from snowdrops, is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
Edibility
Inedible - contains toxic compounds that can cause nausea and vomiting if ingested.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may result in vomiting, diarrhoea, and drooling.
Active Compounds
Galanthamine, lycorine, tazettine.