Galanthus nivalis Galanthus nivalis Galanthus nivalis, the snowdrop or common snowdrop, is the best-known and most widespread of the 20 species in its genus, "Galanthus". Snowdrops are among the first bulbs to bloom in spring and can form impressive carpets of white in areas where they are native or have been naturalised. They should not be confused with the snowflakes, in the genera "Leucojum" and "Acis". The generic name "Galanthus", from the Greek "gala" (milk) and "anthos" (flower), was given to the genus by Carl Linnaeus in 1735. He described "Galanthus nivalis" in his "" published in 1753. The epithet means "of
Flower Garden of Isfahan kinds of plants such as seasonal and permanent flowers and ornamental shrubs. In the center of the garden, a carpet-like design has been made by different flowers. The 5000 m² paths are covered by granite stones with different shapes. Rose garden for growing the various kinds of roses cultivated in Iran. The Greenhouse has been built over 700 m² on the northeastern side of the garden due to the shortage of flowers in winter. The Herb garden covers 1170 m² and has 132 species of herbs from different parts of Iran. Flower Garden of Isfahan The Flower garden of Isfahan