Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
mater-familias
ID:
708464

Status:
valid

Authors:
U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 107: 444 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000707797



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum mater-familias
  • Mother-of-all Ornithogalum
  • Ornithogalum


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Synonyms

  • Nicipe mater-familias (U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum mater-familias (also called Mother-of-All Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in rocky, dry areas. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall, with narrow, linear leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum mater-familias is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum mater-familias is white and has a star-shaped form. It has 6 petals and 6 stamens. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum mater-familias is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division.

Where to Find Ornithogalum mater-familias

Ornithogalum mater-familias can be found in Europe and North Africa.

Ornithogalum mater-familias FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum mater-familias?

Ornithogalum mater-familias

What is the common name of Ornithogalum mater-familias?

Mater-Familias Ornithogalum

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum mater-familias?

Ornithogalum mater-familias is native to South Africa.

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-283096: Based on the initial data import
Dietrich Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.
Ute Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.