Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pruinosum
ID:
712126

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.M.Leight.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 10: 104 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711459



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum pruinosum
  • Frosty Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Frosty Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum pruinosum (also called Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb, typically reaching a height of 10-20 cm. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum pruinosum is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum pruinosum is white or yellowish-white and has 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid drupe. The seedlings are thin and long with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum pruinosum is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Ornithogalum pruinosum

Ornithogalum pruinosum can be found in the tropical forests of Africa.

Ornithogalum pruinosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum pruinosum?

Ornithogalum pruinosum

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum pruinosum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common uses of Ornithogalum pruinosum?

The wood of Ornithogalum pruinosum is used for making furniture and other wood crafts

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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