Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asphodelaceae

Genus:

Asphodelus

Species:

Asphodelus macrocarpus var. arrondeaui

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

80 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar,apr,may

Bloom Colors:

white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, pollinators

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Ecology:

Fire adapted — tolerates or benefits from fire

Fire Notes:

Resprouts vigorously from tuberous roots after fire, a common adaptation in Mediterranean garrigue ecosystems.

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at moderate temperatures with consistent moisture; no special pretreatment needed.

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