Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
isauricum
ID:
712203

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.D.Düsen & Sümbül

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Israel J. Pl. Sci. 51: 75 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711536



Common Names

  • Isauricum Ornithogalum
  • Ornithogalum Isauricum
  • Isauricum's Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum isauricum (also called Isaurian Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small herbaceous perennial, typically reaching heights of 10-30 cm. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum isauricum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum isauricum is white, with a yellow center. It has a bell-shaped corolla and a long, slender style. The seed of Ornithogalum isauricum is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings of Ornithogalum isauricum are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum isauricum can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from clumps and planted in a sandy soil. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ornithogalum isauricum

Ornithogalum isauricum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Ornithogalum isauricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum isauricum?

Ornithogalum isauricum

What is the family of Ornithogalum isauricum?

Hyacinthaceae

What is the common name of Ornithogalum isauricum?

Isaurian Star of Bethlehem

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-283460: Based on the initial data import
Hüseyin Sümbül (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sümbül' in the authors string.
Olcay Dinç Düșen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.D.Düsen' in the authors string.