Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pilosum
ID:
711458

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 199 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000710791



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum pilosum
  • Hairy Ornithogalum
  • Hairy Star of Bethlehem


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Description

Ornithogalum pilosum (also called Star of Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum pilosum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, star-shaped, with 6 petals. Seed: Small, black, shiny, and round. Seedlings: Young seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum pilosum is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist medium and should be kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plant can also be divided in spring or fall.

Where to Find Ornithogalum pilosum

Ornithogalum pilosum is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Ornithogalum pilosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum pilosum?

Ornithogalum pilosum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum pilosum?

Pilosum Ornithogalum

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum pilosum?

Ornithogalum pilosum is native to the Mediterranean region

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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