Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Alpine Squill |
| MainColor | Blue |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | March |
| ImageUrl | Scilla-002 |
| Photographer | Gita |
| Location | Ongar |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Alpine Squill is a small perennial plant with two basal leaves and clusters of star-shaped blue flowers. It typically grows to a height of 10-15 cm and blooms in early spring.
Distribution
Native to Europe and western Asia, it is commonly found in woodlands and meadows, often at higher altitudes.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not considered safe for consumption due to potential toxicity.
Human Toxicity
Mildly Toxic - ingestion can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Pet Toxicity
Highly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can lead to vomiting, diarrhoea, and heart issues.
Active Compounds
Bufadienolides, scillaren A, scillaren B.