Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
platyphyllum
ID:
766122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 7: 518 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000765455

Common Names

  • Dipcadi Platyphyllum
  • Broad-Leaf Squill
  • Broad-Leaf Onion

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Description

Dipcadi platyphyllum (also called Broad-leaved Squill, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats. It is a small, bulbous plant, with broad, linear leaves and small, white flowers. The flowers are borne in umbels.

Uses & Benefits

Dipcadi platyphyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Dipcadi platyphyllum has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dipcadi platyphyllum can be propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the plants are established.

Where to Find Dipcadi platyphyllum

Dipcadi platyphyllum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and in North Africa.

Dipcadi platyphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dipcadi platyphyllum?

Dipcadi platyphyllum

What is the natural habitat of Dipcadi platyphyllum?

Dipcadi platyphyllum is found in rocky hillsides and grasslands in the Mediterranean region.

What are the characteristics of Dipcadi platyphyllum?

Dipcadi platyphyllum is a perennial herb with narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers.

Species in the Dipcadi genus

Dipcadi bakerianum, Dipcadi balfourii, Dipcadi biflorum, Dipcadi brevifolium, Dipcadi ciliare, Dipcadi clarkeanum, Dipcadi concanense, Dipcadi cowanii, Dipcadi crispum, Dipcadi dekindtianum, Dipcadi erythraeum, Dipcadi fesoghlense, Dipcadi garuense, Dipcadi glaucum, Dipcadi gracillimum, Dipcadi guichardii, Dipcadi heterocuspe, Dipcadi ledermannii, Dipcadi longifolium, Dipcadi maharashtrense, Dipcadi marlothii, Dipcadi mechowii, Dipcadi minor, Dipcadi montanum, Dipcadi ndelleense, Dipcadi oxylobum, Dipcadi panousei, Dipcadi papillatum, Dipcadi platyphyllum, Dipcadi reidii, Dipcadi rigidifolium, Dipcadi saxorum, Dipcadi serotinum, Dipcadi susianum, Dipcadi thollonianum, Dipcadi turkestanicum, Dipcadi ursulae, Dipcadi vaginatum, Dipcadi viride, Dipcadi welwitschii, Dipcadi kuriensis, Dipcadi goaense, Dipcadi gourmaense,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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