Species:
brevipedicellatum
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. ex Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 13: 263 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708417
Common Names
- Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum
- Brevipedicellatum Ornithogalum
- Brevipedicellatum
Description
Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum (also called Short-pedicel Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a perennial herb with white flowers that grows in grasslands in South Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum is white in color and has six petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum is a perennial herb that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Once established, Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum
Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum?
Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum
What is the common name of Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum?
Brevipedicellatum Ornithogalum
What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum brevipedicellatum?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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,