Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Glory of the Snow |
| Also Known As | Lucile's Glory of the Snow |
| Scientific Name | Scilla luciliae |
| Main Color | Purple |
| Plant Type |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Flowering | Feb - Apr |
| Image | Scilla-004 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Kingston Lacey |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Glory of the Snow is a small, bulbous perennial plant with star-shaped, blue flowers that have a white centre. It typically blooms in early spring, often when snow is still on the ground, hence its common name. The plant grows to about 10-15 cm in height and has narrow, grass-like leaves.
Distribution
Native to Turkey, particularly in the mountains of western Anatolia. It is widely cultivated in gardens across Europe and North America.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not suitable for human consumption due to lack of culinary use and potential toxicity.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - ingestion may cause mild stomach upset and should be avoided.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can lead to vomiting and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
None known.