Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Elench. Pl. Nov. : 84 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709345
Common Names
- Baeticum Star of Bethlehem
- Baeticum Ornithogalum
- Baeticum Star Flower
Description
Ornithogalum baeticum (also called Baetic Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to Spain and is found in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithogalum baeticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties and for its attractive flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ornithogalum baeticum is a white star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, round, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ornithogalum baeticum is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is also possible to propagate Ornithogalum baeticum from root cuttings taken in the fall.
Where to Find Ornithogalum baeticum
Ornithogalum baeticum can be found in Spain and Portugal.
Ornithogalum baeticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum baeticum?
Ornithogalum baeticum
What is the common name of Ornithogalum baeticum?
Baetic Star of Bethlehem
What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum baeticum?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
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,