Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hyrcanum
ID:
706423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grossh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kavkaza 1: 331 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705756



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum hyrcanum
  • Ornithogalum Hyrcanum
  • Ornithogalum Hyrcanum Plant


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Description

Ornithogalum hyrcanum (also called Hyrcanian Star of Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Iran. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas. It has small white flowers and long, thin, pointed leaves. The plant has a distinctively shaped seed pod that is covered in soft hairs and has a star-like shape.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum hyrcanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum hyrcanum 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 hyrcanum 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 hyrcanum

Ornithogalum hyrcanum is found in grassland and scrubland in Iran.

Ornithogalum hyrcanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum hyrcanum?

Ornithogalum hyrcanum

What type of plant is Ornithogalum hyrcanum?

A flowering plant

Where is Ornithogalum hyrcanum found?

It is found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia

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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