Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
corticatum
ID:
836960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.-Azorín

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 37: 140 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836295



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum Corticatum
  • Corticatum Star of Bethlehem
  • Corticatum Star


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Description

Ornithogalum corticatum (also called 'Crested Star-of-Bethlehem', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It is characterized by its linear leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum corticatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum corticatum has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and round with a blackish-brown color. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum corticatum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun or partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Ornithogalum corticatum

Ornithogalum corticatum is native to the Philippines and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Ornithogalum corticatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum corticatum?

Ornithogalum corticatum

What are the common names of Ornithogalum corticatum?

Corky-stemmed star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum corticatum?

It is native to South Africa

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-373581: Based on the initial data import
Mario Martínez-Azorín (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Azorín' in the authors string.