Status:
valid
Authors:
Mutlu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 36: 126 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332603
Common Names
- Ornithogalum Malatyanum
- Malatyanum Ornithogalum
- Malatya Ornithogalum
Description
Ornithogalum malatyanum (also called Malatya Star of Bethlehem, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant of the Asparagaceae family. It is native to Turkey and is found in grasslands and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithogalum malatyanum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ornithogalum malatyanum has white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ornithogalum malatyanum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Ornithogalum malatyanum
Ornithogalum malatyanum is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.
Ornithogalum malatyanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum malatyanum?
Ornithogalum malatyanum
What is the common name of Ornithogalum malatyanum?
Ornithogalum malatyanum
What is the native habitat of Ornithogalum malatyanum?
Turkey
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
Birol Mutlu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mutlu' in the authors string.