How to identify Spring starflower (Ipheion uniflorum)
Spring starflower, also known as Mexican Star
Spring starflower is a bulbous perennial reaching heights of up to 10 inches (25 cm). The foliage is reminiscent of grass with a distinctive onion-like fragrance when disturbed. In early spring, it produces slender 6-inch (15 cm) stems topped with solitary, star-shaped flowers. Each bloom typically spans 1.5 inches (4 cm) across with six bluish-white tepals, each marked by a darker central vein on its underside. The plant tends to have a flurry of these flowers with narrow, blue-green leaves.
Grass-like leaves up to 10 inches (25 cm) long, less than an inch wide, bluish-green with garlic scent.
Star-shaped flowers, 1.5 inches (4 cm) across, bluish-white with dark central vein.
Solitary blooms with 6 petals briefly united, color ranges from white with blue tinge to violet-blue.
Distinct onion-like fragrance when foliage is disturbed.
Flurry of slender stems in early spring, each topped with a single star-shaped flower.
The leaves of spring starflower are grass-like, originating from the base of the plant. They are narrowly linear and somewhat glaucous, giving them a slightly bluish cast. These garlic-scented leaves reach up to 10 inches (25 cm) long and are less than an inch (2.5 cm) wide. Their bluish-green color enhances their distinct appearance. The texture is smooth, and despite their simplicity, the leaves are a key identifying feature.
Spring starflower flowers are star-shaped and solitary, measuring approximately 1 1/2 inches (4 cm) in diameter. The blooms are salverform and feature 6 petals that are shortly united with spreading lobes. Each petal has a distinct dark central vein. The color ranges from white with a blue tinge to violet-blue. These flowers typically have no prominent scent and are most noticeable during their blooming period in early spring.
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Scientific Classification of Spring starflower