Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
immaculatum
ID:
714151

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Preslia 72: 384 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713484



Common Names

  • Star of Bethlehem
  • Chincherinchee
  • Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum immaculatum (also called Immaculate Star of Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Asparagaceae. It is native to Turkey and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum immaculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds, as well as in bouquets and floral arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum immaculatum is white and star-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum immaculatum is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or division. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location in spring. To propagate from division, divide the clumps in early spring or autumn and replant the divisions in a sunny location. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Ornithogalum immaculatum

Ornithogalum immaculatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Ornithogalum immaculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum immaculatum?

Ornithogalum immaculatum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum immaculatum?

Immaculate Star of Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum immaculatum?

Dry grasslands, steppes, 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-283664: Based on the initial data import
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.