Branched Asphodel
Asphodelus ramosus
Basic Information
- Family:
- Asphodelaceae
- Category:
- Bulb
- Status:
- Least Concern
- Flowering:
- February - May
Description
A striking plant with tall branched spikes of white flowers with brown midribs. Associated with death in Greek mythology but a sign of spring in Arrábida.
Habitat
Grasslands, garrigue, disturbed areas
Characteristics
- height:
- 60-150 cm
- flower Color:
- White with brown stripe
- leaf Type:
- Long, linear, basal
- growth Form:
- Tuberous perennial