By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Tassel hyacinth bulbs, known as lampascioni, are considered a delicacy in Mediterranean countries where the plant is cultivated for this purpose. However, many gourmets think the flavor of wild plants is superior to cultivated bulbs. Read on for more wild tassel hyacinth info, and learn how to take care of tassel hyacinths in your garden. Wild Tassel Hyacinth Info Tassel grape hyacinth (Leopoldia comosa or Leopoldia muscari), also known as tassel hyacinth, fringe hyacinth or musk hyacinth, is a wildflower native to Turkey, Iraq and southeastern Europe. Tassel grape hyacinths are similar to the familiar garden-variety grape hyacinths, but the brownish-green flowers are topped by tufts of violet-blue, fringe-like blooms. The lower part of the flowers are fertile, but the tassels are sterile. Tassel hyacinth bulbs are hardy to USDA plant hardiness zones 4 through 8. Tassel grape hyacinth is a
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