Is Leucojum a Snowdrop?

The snowflake, Leucojum, is much larger than its relation the snowdrop. It's easy to grow and multiplies freely in most gardens provided the soil is moist enough. ... Leucojum 'Gravetye Giant' is a paticularly lovely snowflake, bearing dark green leaves and wide white flowers with green markings.

What is the difference between snowdrops and snowflakes?

Snowdrops are not to be confused with Snowflakes - Leucojum. The Snowflake is a much taller growing bulb which normally has more than one flower per stem. Snowflake petals are even, each with a green spots on the end, whereas Snowdrops have helicopter-like propellers that are green only on the inner petals.

What is the common name for Leucojum?

Leucojum is a compound of Greek λευκος, leukos "white" and ἰόν, ion "violet". The spelling Leucoium is also used. Other common names include snowbell, dewdrop, and St. Agnes' flower.

Sarah Jenkins

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