Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
inclusum
ID:
706457

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Leight.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 24: 50 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705790



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum inclusum
  • Ornithogalum Inclusum
  • Ornithogalum Inclusum Plant


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Synonyms

  • Eliokarmos inclusus (F.M.Leight.) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum inclusum (also called Inclined 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 inclusum 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 inclusum has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum inclusum 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 inclusum

Ornithogalum inclusum is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands.

Ornithogalum inclusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum inclusum?

Ornithogalum inclusum

What type of plant is Ornithogalum inclusum?

A flowering plant

Where is Ornithogalum inclusum 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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