Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
constrictum
ID:
706226

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Leight.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 11: 136 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705559



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum constrictum
  • Narrow-leaved Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Gomphandra oblongifolia var. constrictum


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Synonyms

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

Description

Ornithogalum constrictum (also called Ornithogalum constrictum, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum constrictum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum constrictum has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum constrictum can be propagated by seeds or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Plant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Ornithogalum constrictum

Ornithogalum constrictum can be found in grassland and scrubland in South Africa.

Ornithogalum constrictum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum constrictum?

Ornithogalum constrictum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum constrictum?

Constricted Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum constrictum?

Grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes

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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