Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lithopsoides
ID:
914512

Status:
valid

Authors:
van Jaarsv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Aloe 46: 20 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000913847



Common Names

  • Lithopsoides Ornithogalum
  • Lithopsoides Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Lithopsoides Star-of-Bethlehem-lily


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Description

Ornithogalum lithopsoides (also called Lithops Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, at elevations of 1,200–2,000 m. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a spike of several yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum lithopsoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum lithopsoides has small yellow flowers with brown spots. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum lithopsoides is a terrestrial orchid native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly, but not overly so, and should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It can be propagated by division or by seed.

Where to Find Ornithogalum lithopsoides

Ornithogalum lithopsoides can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Ornithogalum lithopsoides FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Ornithogalum lithopsoides?

Ornithogalum lithopsoides prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

What is the optimal humidity for Ornithogalum lithopsoides?

Ornithogalum lithopsoides prefers a humidity of 40-60%.

What type of soil is best for Ornithogalum lithopsoides?

Ornithogalum lithopsoides prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.

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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