Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
joschtiae
ID:
711941

Status:
valid

Authors:
Speta

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 29: 76 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711274



Common Names

  • Joschtiae Ornithogalum
  • Joschtiae Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Joschtiae Starflower


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Description

Ornithogalum joschtiae (also called Joscht's Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to South Africa, and is found in grasslands and rocky slopes. It is a perennial herb, usually reaching up to 40 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum joschtiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used to make furniture and other wood-based products. The plant also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum joschtiae has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum joschtiae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Ornithogalum joschtiae

Ornithogalum joschtiae can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ornithogalum joschtiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum joschtiae?

Ornithogalum joschtiae

What is the common name of Ornithogalum joschtiae?

Joscht's star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum joschtiae?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-283436: Based on the initial data import
Franz Speta (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speta' in the authors string.