Αβρόσσιυλλα, Δρίμια η άφυλλη
Etymology of Drimia aphylla: "Drimia" derives from Ancient Greek "δριμύς" [drimis], which means "unpleasantly bitter/pungent". "Aphylla", also in Ancient Greek means "leafless" because this species's flowers appear before the leaves are unearthed.
Drimia aphylla is the only Drimia species which is encountered in Cyprus. It is a common plant found all around Cyprus up to an altitude of 1350 metres. It blooms from July until October, hence it is a drought-tolerant plant. It grows on dry hills, sandy ground, seaside areas and rocky calcareous cliffs.
