Galanthus woronowii aka Green Snowdrop

Galanthus woronowii is a small plant that grows from a bulb. It lives for more than two years. Its common name is Woronow's snowdrop. It is part of the Amaryllidaceae family. Its native range starts in northeastern Türkiye. It extends into the western and central Caucasus. It grows in mild climates with distinct seasons. It is not native to Britain or Ireland. Wild plants grow on chalk, but in other soils too.

The plant forms a small, tight clump that grows upright. The RHS gives a height of about 0.5 feet (0.15 metres). Its wider height range reaches 1.6 feet (0.5 metres). Its listed spread reaches about 0.3 feet (0.1 metres). The broad leaves shine and have a strap shape. They are bright green, unlike many snowdrops' blue-grey leaves. The leaves die back as the plant enters its rest stage. Plants take two to five years to reach full size.

The white flowers hang down and have a scent. Green marks on the inner flower parts form an hourglass shape. The RHS gives early spring as the bloom time. Chicago Botanic Garden lists blooms from January through April. Plants finish growing before large trees fill out with leaves. These trees shed their leaves each year. Chicago also lists the plants as a draw for butterflies. The blooms and bright leaves add interest beneath trees and shrubs.

Choose moist soil rich in humus, with good drainage. Do not let the soil dry out in summer. The RHS suggests loam; acid, neutral, or alkaline soil suits it. Part shade suits this snowdrop; Chicago also lists full sun. The RHS gives it a UK hardiness rating of H5. Chicago lists USDA zones 5–6. Use it in borders, rock gardens, pots, and small courtyard gardens. It can cover ground beneath trees that shed their leaves. The RHS calls it easy to grow, with no pruning needed.

Sow ripe seed in pots in an open frame. Or divide plants once their leaves have died back. Plants grown from seed may not match their parents. Watch for narcissus bulb fly and snowdrop grey mould. Deer, squirrels, and chipmunks tend to avoid the toxic bulbs. The RHS warns that eating it harms people, dogs, and cats. Wear gloves and protective gear when you handle it. Chicago reports that galanthamine taken from its leaves has medicinal uses. This use does not make the plant safe to eat.