Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
capillaris
ID:
707229

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Wood & M.S.Evans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 35: 490 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706562



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum capillaris
  • Hair Ornithogalum
  • Ornithogalum


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Synonyms

  • Nicipe capillaris (J.M.Wood & M.S.Evans) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum capillaris (also called Hair-Like Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is a perennial herb, reaching up to 30 cm in height. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum capillaris is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum capillaris has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum capillaris is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, sandy soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ornithogalum capillaris

Ornithogalum capillaris is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Ornithogalum capillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum capillaris?

Ornithogalum capillaris

What is the family of Ornithogalum capillaris?

Hyacinthaceae

What is the common name of Ornithogalum capillaris?

Capillary Star of Bethlehem

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-282975: Based on the initial data import
John Medley Wood (1827-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Wood' in the authors string.
Maurice Smethurst Evans (1854-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.S.Evans' in the authors string.