How to identify Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis)
Snowdrop, also known as Fair maids of February, Purification flower, Candlemas lily
Snowdrop is discernible by its two or three lanceolate, basal leaves, which can range from 4 to 8 inches (10 to 20 cm) in length. Each plant typically bears a singular, pendulous flower atop a leafless stalk measuring up to 6 inches (15 cm) tall. The flower exhibits a distinctive six-parted structure, primarily white, with the inner three tepals donning a noticeable green spot at their tips. The inner tepals are notably shorter than the more prominent outer series, contributing to the overall bell-shaped appearance of the bloom.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Herb
Leaf Type: Deciduous
Basal lanceolate leaves, 4-8 inches long (10-20 cm).
Singular, pendulous flower with green-tipped inner tepals.
Bell-shaped white flowers with 6 tepals, outer oblong, inner shorter.
Nearly spherical capsule fruit, 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) in diameter.
Linear greyish-green leaves, 3.5 inches long (9 cm).
Each bulb of snowdrop generally produces two to three linear or very narrowly lanceolate leaves. These grass-like leaves are greyish-green in color and have a glaucous (waxy) texture. The leaves arise from the base, usually in pairs, and measure approximately 3.5 inches (9 cm) in length and 0.25 inches (0.6 cm) in width. The leaves are characterized by their linear shape and smooth surface, which aids in distinguishing snowdrop from other species.
The flowers of snowdrop are early-blooming, solitary, and faintly scented. They possess a bell-shaped white appearance, held on a slender pedicel. Each flower has six tepals: three outer ones that are white, oblong, entire, obtuse, and measure 1.5-2 cm (0.6-0.8 inches). The three inner segments are also white but shorter, with an apical green mark, entire, emarginate, cuneate, and elliptic. A large, green bract terminates the flower scape.
The stem of snowdrop is a green, leafless scape standing between 2 to 7 inches (5 to 18 cm) tall. It features a smooth texture with no visible hairs or ridges. The scape is slender and cylindrical, providing a sturdy structure for the single erect flower bud it supports. It does not branch and is enclosed at the base by a spathe composed of two membranous bracts.
The fruit of snowdrop is a nearly spherical capsule, measuring approximately 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) in diameter. It matures to encapsulate multiple pale brown seeds, each being diminutive at about 0.1 inch (2.54 mm) long. Upon reaching maturity, the capsule may exhibit a papery texture and is typically dry to the touch. This characteristic fruit is an essential component for the propagation of snowdrop, as it disperses seeds for the subsequent generation of plants.
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