Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
nutans
ID:
714959

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 308 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000714292



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum Nutans
  • Star of Bethlehem
  • Nodding Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Honorius nutans (L.) Gray [unknown]
  • Honorius prasandrus (Griseb.) Holub [unknown]
  • Hyacinthus myogalea E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Ifuon nutans (L.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Myogalum thirkeanum K.Koch [unknown]
  • Myogalum prasandrum (Griseb.) Walp. [unknown]
  • Myogalum nutans (L.) Link [unknown]
  • Myogalum affine K.Koch & C.D.Bouché [unknown]
  • Ornithogalum chloranthum Saut. ex W.D.J.Koch [illegitimate]
  • Ornithogalum aserni Velen. [unknown]
  • Ornithogalum prasandrum Griseb. [unknown]
  • Albucea chlorantha Rchb. [unknown]
  • Albucea neapolitana Friche-Joset & Montandon [unknown]
  • Albucea nutans (L.) Rchb. [unknown]
  • Brizophile nutans (L.) Salisb. [unknown]
  • Myogalum nutans prasandrum (Griseb.) Nyman [unknown]
  • Ornithogalum nutans prasandrum (Griseb.) K.Richt. [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum nutans (also called Drooping Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in grassland and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum nutans is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The flowers of the plant are attractive to bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum nutans is a white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum nutans is a bulbous perennial that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from offsets or seeds. Plant the bulbs in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. Water the bulbs regularly during the growing season. Divide the bulbs every few years to keep them healthy and to propagate more plants.

Where to Find Ornithogalum nutans

Ornithogalum nutans can be found in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

Ornithogalum nutans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum nutans?

Ornithogalum nutans

What is the common name of Ornithogalum nutans?

Drooping Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the habitat of Ornithogalum nutans?

Ornithogalum nutans is found in grassland, scrub, and woodlands in Europe and North 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,

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