Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 306 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711621
Common Names
- Ornithogalum pyrenaicum
- Pyrenean Star of Bethlehem
- Ornithogalum
Synonyms
- Loncoxis sulphurea (Waldst. & Kit.) Raf. [unknown]
- Loncomelos pallidum (Salisb.) Speta [unknown]
- Loncomelos pyrenaicum (L.) L.D.Hrouda [unknown]
- Ornithogalum flavescens Lam. [unknown]
- Ornithogalum granatense Pau [unknown]
- Ornithogalum asphodeloides Schur [unknown]
- Ornithogalum racemosum Gaterau [unknown]
- Ornithogalum sulphureum (Waldst. & Kit.) Schult. & Schult.f. [unknown]
- Ornithogalum melancholicum Klokov ex Krasnova [unknown]
- Ornithogalum pallidum Salisb. [unknown]
- Ornithogalum ochroleucum Friche-Joset & Montandon [unknown]
- Parthenostachys pyrenaica (L.) Fourr. [unknown]
- Phalangium sulphureum (Waldst. & Kit.) Poir. [unknown]
- Stellaris erecta Moench [unknown]
- Scilla sylvestris Savi [unknown]
- Anthericum sulphureum Waldst. & Kit. [unknown]
- Beryllis pyrenaica (L.) Salisb. [unknown]
- Ornithogalum pyrenaicum flavescens (Lam.) Baker [unknown]
- Ornithogalum pyrenaicum sulphureum (Waldst. & Kit.) Nyman [unknown]
- Ornithogalum pyrenaicum flavescens (Lam.) K.Richt. [unknown]
Description
Ornithogalum pyrenaicum (also called Pyrenees star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to Europe. It grows in grassland, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithogalum pyrenaicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating digestive problems, skin diseases, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ornithogalum pyrenaicum is white and tubular in shape, with a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ornithogalum pyrenaicum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and divisions should be taken in spring or summer.
Where to Find Ornithogalum pyrenaicum
Ornithogalum pyrenaicum is native to Europe.
Ornithogalum pyrenaicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum pyrenaicum?
Ornithogalum pyrenaicum
What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum pyrenaicum?
Tropical rainforests of South America
What are the common names of Ornithogalum pyrenaicum?
Pyrenaicum ornithogalum, Pyrenaicum ornithogalum tree
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,