Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bicornutum
ID:
709881

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Leight.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 11: 143 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709214



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum bicornutum
  • Bicornutum Ornithogalum
  • Bicornutum Ornithogalum


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Synonyms

  • Eliokarmos bicornutus (F.M.Leight.) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum bicornutum (also called 'Two-horned Star-of-Bethlehem', among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe. It has a clumping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are linear and grey-green in colour, and its flowers are white and star-shaped. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum bicornutum is a popular garden plant, often used as an ornamental flower. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ornithogalum bicornutum are white and have a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum bicornutum is a bulbous perennial that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by dividing the bulbs in spring or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Ornithogalum bicornutum

Ornithogalum bicornutum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including in Greece, Italy, and Spain.

Ornithogalum bicornutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum bicornutum?

Ornithogalum bicornutum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum bicornutum?

Two-horned Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum bicornutum?

Ornithogalum bicornutum is native to Europe and is found in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas

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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