Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gorenflotii
ID:
710301

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Moret) Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 30: 151 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709634



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum Gorenflotii
  • Gorenflotii Star of Bethlehem
  • Gorenflotii Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum gorenflotii (also called Gorenflotii Ornithogalum, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer. Ornithogalum gorenflotii is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum gorenflotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Ornithogalum gorenflotii are white in color and have a star-shaped shape. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum gorenflotii is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape. It is also susceptible to rust and powdery mildew.

Where to Find Ornithogalum gorenflotii

Ornithogalum gorenflotii can be found in Australia, specifically in New South Wales and Victoria.

Ornithogalum gorenflotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum gorenflotii?

Ornithogalum gorenflotii

What type of plant is Ornithogalum gorenflotii?

Perennial herb

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum gorenflotii?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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-283279: Based on the initial data import
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.
Jacques Moret: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moret' in the authors string.