Leucojum vernum aka Spring Snowflake
Taxonomy
Leucojum vernum, also known as the spring snowflake, is a flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is a perennial bulbous herb that can grow up to 35 cm tall in flower, with leaves that elongate during flowering and can reach up to 25 cm long. The plant produces a single white flower with greenish marks near the tip of the tepal on a stem that is about 10-20 cm tall. This plant is native to central and southern Europe but has been naturalized in northwestern Europe, Great Britain, parts of Scandinavia, as well as in the US states of Georgia and Florida. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in a sunny position and is easy to grow, either in sun or partial shade, particularly in moist soil and grass. Spring snowflake is a super rare houseplant that needs regular watering and prefers soil that is well-draining. Its close relative, Leucojum aestivum, flowers in summer.
Common names
Spring Snowflake, Teardrop, KlosterliljaHow to care for Spring Snowflake
Difficulty
Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Spring Snowflake due to its easy-going nature.
Water
Spring Snowflake should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil
Spring Snowflake loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.
Dormancy
During the wintertime, it's common for Spring Snowflake to go dormant and their growth may slow down, so waterings should be spaced out more.
Toxicity
The toxicity level of this plant has not been officially confirmed by Ploi. If there is a possibility of ingestion of plant material with an uncertain toxicity by you, a family member, or a pet, it is advisable to seek the assistance of a medical professional.
Region of origin
Spring Snowflake’s native range is C. Europe. Possibly native to Britain where it appears to be wild in 2 sites[17].
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