Barnardia is the most primitive of the proposed new genera in the split up of Scilla. This new genus in the Hyacinthaceae family consists of species which flower in autumn before the leaves have developed. Bracts and bracteoles (smaller, secondary bracts) are present. For more information about the proposed Scilla changes consult 
Julian Slade's post.
Barnardia numidica is from North Africa.
Barnardia japonica syn. Scilla japonica has tiny blue flowers and blooms in fall.
Barnardia scilloides syn. Scilla scilloides (sometimes incorrectly called Scilla chinensis) is described on the wiki Scilla page. This name is not accepted by all as some believe this species should be sunk into Barnardia japonica (syn. Scilla japonica.)
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