Scilla lingulata ciliolata and some crocuses
contact (Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:28:29 PDT)

Dear all,
This species is also known under the genus Hyacinthoides. Its bulbs not
all like those of the Scillas and are very similar to Hyacinthoides
hispanica. (Fleshy with hardly any outer tunic). The form Jim mentioned
(with its typical neat 'rosette') is the last flowering form. Other forms
are flowering from end of August onwards. A very worthwhile decoratif
species but for some reason rarely demanded.
Kind greetings
Lauw de Jager
http://www.bulbargence.com/ (South of France)

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From: "Jim McKenney" If I understand the name correctly,
this one is well named. The neat rosette of leaves do suggest tongues, and

the bristles which line the edges of the leaves account for the ciliolata

part. As it grows here, this is a very neat, tidy plant.