Fritillaria graeca is a European plant species in the lily family Liliaceae. It is native to the Balkans (Albania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, and Greece). Some older literature says that the plant can also be found in Serbia, but all these collections are of var. gussichiae, now regarded as a distinct species called Fritillaria gussichiae.Fritillaria graeca has flowers with red and white stripes which resemble small bells - one on each stem. It blooms between April and May. It reaches a height of around 25 cm. SubspeciesFritillaria graeca subsp. graeca - eastern + southern Greece including Crete Fritillaria graeca subsp. thessala (Boiss.) Rix - Albania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, northern Greeceformerly includedFritillaria graeca var. gussichiae, now called Fritillaria gussichiae Fritillaria graeca var. skorpili, now called Fritillaria skorpili
How to keep Fritillaria Graeca.
Water
The Greek fritillary flourishes in moderately moist conditions and benefits from regular watering every 1-2 weeks. As an outdoor bulbous plant, it goes dormant during dry periods, storing water in its bulbs until the next growing season.
Pruning
The Greek fritillary is a plant known for its bell-shaped flowers and bulbous form. To encourage growth, prune any dead leaves and spent flowers in early spring. This practice enhances air circulation, prevents disease, and boosts the plant's vitality, leading to abundant blooms and overall health.
Botanical profile.
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Fritillaria
- Family
- Liliaceae
- Mature Spread
- 10 cm
