Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kurdicum
ID:
706644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 5: 135 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000705977



Common Names

  • Kurdicum Ornithogalum
  • Kurdicum Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Kurdicum Sleepy-grass


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Description

Ornithogalum kurdicum (also called Star of Bethlehem, Star of Bethlehem Lily, and Star of Bethlehem Flower among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to Iraq. It grows to a height of about 1 foot and has white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum kurdicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Ornithogalum kurdicum is a white star-shaped flower. Seed is a small, black, round seed. Seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum kurdicum can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Regular watering is necessary to keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Ornithogalum kurdicum

Ornithogalum kurdicum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Italy, Spain, and Greece.

Ornithogalum kurdicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum kurdicum?

Ornithogalum kurdicum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum kurdicum?

Kurdish Star of Bethlehem

What is the family of Ornithogalum kurdicum?

Asparagaceae

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,