Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ciliiferum
ID:
708489

Status:
valid

Authors:
U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 107: 414 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707822



Common Names

  • Star of Bethlehem
  • Cilium Ornithogalum
  • Cilium Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Ornithogalum gifbergense U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies [unknown]
  • Eliokarmos gifbergensis (U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]
  • Eliokarmos ciliiferus (U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum ciliiferum (also called Bristly Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in rocky, dry areas. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall, with narrow, linear leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum ciliiferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum ciliiferum is white and has a star-shaped form. It has 6 petals and 6 stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum ciliiferum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Ornithogalum ciliiferum

Ornithogalum ciliiferum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Ornithogalum ciliiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum ciliiferum?

Ornithogalum ciliiferum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum ciliiferum?

Fringed Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum ciliiferum?

It is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

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-283099: Based on the initial data import
Dietrich Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.
Ute Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.