Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
amphibolum
ID:
709682

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zahar.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Rev. Biol. (Bucharest) 7: 27 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709015



Common Names

  • Amphibolum Grevillea
  • Amphibolum Spider Flower
  • Amphibolum Toothbrush


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Description

Ornithogalum amphibolum (also called Amphibolum Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Europe and North Africa, and is found in meadows, pastures, and grassy areas. It has white flowers with green stripes that bloom in the spring.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum amphibolum is a popular ornamental plant with its white flowers and attractive foliage. It is often used as a ground cover or border plant, and is also suitable for container gardening. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ornithogalum amphibolum are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum amphibolum is a perennial plant that grows to a height of 30-60 cm. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division of clumps can also be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ornithogalum amphibolum

Ornithogalum amphibolum can be found in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape.

Ornithogalum amphibolum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum amphibolum?

Ornithogalum amphibolum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum amphibolum?

Amphibolum Star of Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum amphibolum?

It is native to southern Europe, from Spain to Romania.

Species in the Ornithogalum genus

Ornithogalum exaratum, Ornithogalum esterhuyseniae, Ornithogalum exscapum, Ornithogalum fimbrimarginatum, Ornithogalum conicum, Ornithogalum fischerianum, Ornithogalum fimbriatum, Ornithogalum constrictum, Ornithogalum imereticum, Ornithogalum hispidum, Ornithogalum hyrcanum, Ornithogalum inclusum, Ornithogalum graminifolium, Ornithogalum gugliae, Ornithogalum gussonei, Ornithogalum hajastanum, Ornithogalum hallii, Ornithogalum iraqense, Ornithogalum kurdicum, Ornithogalum libanoticum, Ornithogalum lanceolatum, Ornithogalum bungei, Ornithogalum juncifolium, Ornithogalum fuscescens, Ornithogalum gambosanum, Ornithogalum concinnum, Ornithogalum comosum, Ornithogalum collinum, Ornithogalum capillaris, Ornithogalum graciliflorum, Ornithogalum gracillimum, Ornithogalum geniculatum, Ornithogalum chionophilum, Ornithogalum cernuum, Ornithogalum alatum, Ornithogalum gregorianum, Ornithogalum longicollum, Ornithogalum dolichopharynx, Ornithogalum fissurisedulum, Ornithogalum campanulatum, Ornithogalum verae, Ornithogalum leeupoortense, Ornithogalum namaquanulum, Ornithogalum hispidulum, Ornithogalum aetfatense, Ornithogalum synadelphicum, Ornithogalum mater-familias, Ornithogalum adseptentrionesvergentulum, Ornithogalum ciliiferum, Ornithogalum rotatum,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

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