Status:
valid
Authors:
U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 11: 64 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712352
Common Names
- Ornithogalum
- Star of Bethlehem
- Sleepy Dick
Synonyms
- Nicipe annae-ameliae (U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]
Description
Ornithogalum annae-ameliae (also called Anna-Amelia Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in dry, open grasslands and has long, slender stems with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithogalum annae-ameliae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to make herbal tea and as an ingredient in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ornithogalum annae-ameliae are small, white or yellowish, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and green, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ornithogalum annae-ameliae is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seeds or offsets. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Ornithogalum annae-ameliae
Ornithogalum annae-ameliae can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.
Ornithogalum annae-ameliae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum annae-ameliae?
Ornithogalum annae-ameliae
What are the common names of Ornithogalum annae-ameliae?
Ornithogalum, Anna-Amelia's Star-of-Bethlehem
What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum annae-ameliae?
Tropical forests in Southeast 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,