Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
amplificatum
ID:
1322164

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Speta) Aslan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Türk. Bitkileri List. : 101 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334618



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum Amplificatum
  • Amplificatum Ornithogalum
  • Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum amplificatum (also called Ornithogalum amplificatum, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It is typically found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It has an upright growth habit and can reach up to 1 m in height. Its leaves are linear and green, and its flowers are white and star-like.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum amplificatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum amplificatum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum amplificatum is a bulbous plant native to Turkey. It can be propagated by division of the bulb or by seed. The bulb should be divided in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Ornithogalum amplificatum

Ornithogalum amplificatum is native to the Mediterranean region, where it can be found in moist woodlands and forests.

Ornithogalum amplificatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum amplificatum?

Ornithogalum amplificatum

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum amplificatum?

Ornithogalum amplificatum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the care requirements for Ornithogalum amplificatum?

Ornithogalum amplificatum requires moderate humidity, warm temperatures, and bright indirect light.

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,

References

Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.
Serdar Aslan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aslan' in the authors string.