Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
perdurans
ID:
711592

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.P.Dold & S.A.Hammer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Bothalia 33: 112 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710925



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum perdurans
  • Perdurans Ornithogalum
  • Perdurans Star-of-Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Nicipe perdurans (A.P.Dold & S.A.Hammer) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum perdurans (also called Perdurant's ornithogalum, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to South Africa. It has linear leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum perdurans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and can be used as a ground cover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum perdurans is white, with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe, about 1 cm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum perdurans can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. They should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Ornithogalum perdurans

Ornithogalum perdurans is native to southern Africa, from South Africa to Mozambique.

Ornithogalum perdurans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum perdurans?

Ornithogalum perdurans

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum perdurans?

Tropical grasslands

What is the average size of Ornithogalum perdurans?

1-2 meters tall

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-283404: Based on the initial data import
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
Anthony Patrick Dold (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Dold' in the authors string.