Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
diphyllum
ID:
772149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 153 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000771482



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum Diphyllum
  • Ornithogalum
  • Diphyllum


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Description

Ornithogalum diphyllum (also called Two-leaved Ornithogalum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum diphyllum is an ornamental plant that is often used to add color and texture to gardens. It is also a popular choice for hedges and screens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum diphyllum has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two or three short, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum diphyllum is a perennial bulbous plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and moist soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Ornithogalum diphyllum

Ornithogalum diphyllum is native to Europe. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in European plants.

Ornithogalum diphyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum diphyllum?

Ornithogalum diphyllum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum diphyllum?

Two-leaved Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the habitat of Ornithogalum diphyllum?

It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

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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