Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
khuzestanicum
ID:
1321280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heidaryan, Hamdi & Assadi

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 18: 48 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333734





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Description

Ornithogalum khuzestanicum (also called Khuzestan Ornithogalum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is a small, perennial herb with a tufted habit. It is native to Iran, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including rocky slopes and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum khuzestanicum is a popular ornamental plant due to its bright yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It can be used in gardens as a hedge plant, and its leaves and flowers can be used in salads and as a garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum khuzestanicum has small white flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum khuzestanicum is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or division. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Ornithogalum khuzestanicum

Ornithogalum khuzestanicum can be found in the mountains of western Iran.

Ornithogalum khuzestanicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum khuzestanicum?

Ornithogalum khuzestanicum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum khuzestanicum?

Khuzestanic Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum khuzestanicum?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Mostafa Assadi (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Assadi' in the authors string.
Seyed Mohammad Mahdi Hamdi (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamdi' in the authors string.
Fatemeh Heidaryan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heidaryan' in the authors string.