Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
neopatersonia
ID:
810081

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 36: 88 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809415



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum neopatersonia
  • Neopatersonia Ornithogalum
  • Neopatersonia Star-of-Bethlehem


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Description

Ornithogalum neopatersonia (also called Neopaterson's Ornithogalum, among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single leaf. It is native to South Africa, and is found growing in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum neopatersonia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum neopatersonia is a creamy white color, and is shaped like a bell. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed, and the seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum neopatersonia is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in moist, well-drained soils in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy compost and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Germination usually takes place within 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Ornithogalum neopatersonia

Ornithogalum neopatersonia is native to South Africa and can be found in the wild in the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Northern Cape provinces.

Ornithogalum neopatersonia FAQ

What is the common name of Ornithogalum neopatersonia?

Neopaterson's Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the native range of Ornithogalum neopatersonia?

South Africa

What is the flowering period of Ornithogalum neopatersonia?

April to June

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-347654: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.