Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Spring Snowflake |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | February |
| ImageUrl | Leucojum-002 |
| Photographer | Gita |
| Location | |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Spring Snowflake is a perennial bulbous plant with nodding white flowers that have green or yellow spots at the tip of each tepal. It typically blooms in early spring and has strap-like leaves that emerge from the base.
Distribution
Native to central and southern Europe, it is commonly found in damp meadows and woodlands.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Caution Advised - bulbs contain toxic compounds and should not be consumed.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may lead to vomiting, diarrhoea, and drooling.
Active Compounds
Galantamine, lycorine, tazettine.