Mediterranean Squill Plant Care
Prospero obtusifolium (Poir.) Speta
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Prospero obtusifolium is an autumnal flowering plant of the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Scilloideae native to southern Europe and North Africa.
Every 7–10 days
Bright indirect light
65–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Mediterranean Squill?
Water Mediterranean Squill every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Mediterranean Squill Native To?
What Is the Mediterranean Squill?
Mediterranean Squill (Prospero obtusifolium) belongs to the Asparagaceae family within the Prospero genus. Mediterranean Squill is native to southern Europe and North Africa.
Mediterranean Squill displays a clumping perennial herb growth habit, reaching up to 1.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Mediterranean Squill produces small white or pink bell-shaped flowers in clusters.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Mediterranean Squill?
Prospero obtusifolium requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Mediterranean Squill Need?
Mediterranean Squill thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Mediterranean Squill in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Mediterranean Squill Prefer?
Prospero obtusifolium grows best at temperatures of 65–75°F. Mediterranean Squill prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Mediterranean Squill?
Well-draining sandy soil with added peat moss and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Mediterranean Squill to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Mediterranean Squill?
Feed Mediterranean Squill every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Mediterranean Squill?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Mediterranean Squill?
Mediterranean Squill can be propagated through division, offsets, seeds. Similar propagation techniques also apply to prospero hierapytnense plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Mediterranean Squill Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Mediterranean Squill, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Mediterranean Squill?
Mediterranean Squill is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Mediterranean Squill Need?
Mediterranean Squill grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. Mediterranean Squill is native to southern Europe and North Africa. In cooler regions, grow Mediterranean Squill as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13b
Keep exploring plants
Mediterranean Squill is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Prospero genus — compare its care with other Prospero species on PlantoScan.
Prospero is part of the Asparagaceae plant family — browse all Asparagaceae genera and species.
Mediterranean Squill thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Prospero Species
Other Prospero species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Prospero obtusifolium (Poir.) Speta, family Asparagaceae (first published in Veröff. Int. Clusius-Forschungsges. Güssing 5: 13 (1982)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Mediterranean Squill, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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