Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fuscescens
ID:
706929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Gaill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 4: 107 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000706262



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum fuscescens
  • Star of Bethlehem
  • Lance-Leaved Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Loncomelos fuscescens (Boiss. & Gaill.) Speta [unknown]
  • Loncomelos narbonense fuscescens (Boiss. & Gaill.) Speta [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum fuscescens (also called African Star of Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white flowers with yellow centers. It is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum fuscescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used in dried flower arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum fuscescens has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum fuscescens can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Ornithogalum fuscescens

Ornithogalum fuscescens is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Ornithogalum fuscescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum fuscescens?

Ornithogalum fuscescens

What is the common name of Ornithogalum fuscescens?

Chincherinchee

How tall does Ornithogalum fuscescens grow?

Ornithogalum fuscescens typically grows to a height of 6-18 inches

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-282945: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Joseph Arnaud Charles Gaillardot (1814-1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaill.' in the authors string.