Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
anguinum
ID:
709623

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Leight. ex Oberm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 12: 356 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708956



Common Names

  • Snake's Head Fritillary
  • Chequered Daffodil
  • Ornithogalum Anguinum


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Description

Ornithogalum anguinum (also called Snake's-Head Ornithogalum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 30 cm (12 in) tall. It has narrow, grass-like leaves and white flowers with yellow centers that appear in spring and summer. It is native to Europe, where it is found in meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum anguinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. The flowers are a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum anguinum is a small, white, star-shaped flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum anguinum is a small perennial that grows to a height of 12-18 inches. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and divisions should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Ornithogalum anguinum

Ornithogalum anguinum can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Ornithogalum anguinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum anguinum?

Ornithogalum anguinum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum anguinum?

Snake's Head Fritillary

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum anguinum?

It is found in meadows and grasslands in Europe and western Asia.

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

Anna Amelia Obermeyer (1907-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oberm.' in the authors string.
Frances Margaret Leighton (1909-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Leight.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:539010-1: Based on the initial data import