Asphodelus is a genus of mainly perennial flowering plants in the asphodel family Asphodelaceae [2] that was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753. The genus was formerly included in the lily family (Liliaceae). [3]

Asphodel plants are hardy herbaceous perennials with narrow grasslike leaves and an elongated stem bearing a handsome spike of white, pink, or yellow flowers with six petals.

In Greek mythology, the Asphodel Meadows or Asphodel Fields (Ancient Greek: ἀσφοδελὸς λειμών, romanized:asphodelòs leimṓn) [1] was a section of the ancient Greek underworld where the majority of ordinary souls were sent to live after death. [2] .

Jun 20, 2022 · Asphodelus acaulis Desf. forms basal rosettes of narrow, succulent leaves and produces peach-pink flowers in early spring on short stems. It is the only low-growing member of the genus and is native to the mountains of Algeria and Morocco.

Asphodelus albus, commonly known as white-flowered asphodel, is an herbaceous perennial which typically grows to 2-4’ tall with a spread to 2 1/2’ wide. It is native to the Mediterranean region from Spain to the Balkans and in northern Africa (primarily Libia).

May 9, 2023 · Asphodel plants have a very unique appearance that can bring a wild and exotic vibe to any garden. Considering the unique appearance of Asphodels, it is no wonder that these plants also have an interesting history. They are associated with many myths and legends.

Asphodelus aestivus, the summer asphodel, is a species of asphodel, a common Western Mediterranean geophyte with a short vertical rhizome and basal leaves. Its flowers are actinomorphic, pinkish-white, with six perianth segments, 14–19 mm long and six stamens of the same length, in two whorls.

Asphodelus L. (Asphodelaceae) is a genus of 18 species and of a total of 27 species, sub-species and varieties, distributed along the Mediterranean basin, and has been traditionally used for treating several diseases particularly associated with inflammatory and infectious skin disorders.

Asphodelus is a genus of mainly perennial plants first described for modern science in 1753 and commonly known as Asphodels. The genus is native to temperate Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian Subcontinent and is now naturalized in other places.

Asphodelus is a genus of mainly perennial plants first described for modern science in 1753. The genus is native to temperate Europe, the Mediterranean, Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian Subcontinent, and now naturalized in other places (New Zealand, Australia, Mexico, southwestern United States)...