Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hispidum
ID:
706369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hornem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Hort. Bot. Hafn. 1: 331 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705702



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum hispidum
  • Ornithogalum Hispidum
  • Ornithogalum Hispidum Plant


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Synonyms

  • Phalangium pilosum (Jacq.) Poir. [unknown]
  • Anthericum pilosum Jacq. [unknown]
  • Eliokarmos pilosus (Jacq.) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]
  • Ornithogalum ciliatifolium Leight. [deprecated]

Description

Ornithogalum hispidum (also called Ornithogalum hispidum, 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 hispidum 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ornithogalum hispidum sub. bergii (Schltdl.) Oberm.
Ornithogalum hispidum sub. hispidum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum hispidum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum hispidum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including clay and sandy soils. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Ornithogalum hispidum

Ornithogalum hispidum is native to grassland and scrubland in South Africa.

Ornithogalum hispidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum hispidum?

Ornithogalum hispidum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum hispidum?

Hairy Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum hispidum?

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,

References