Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
reverchonii
ID:
711735

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lange ex Willk.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Hispan. 2: 117 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711068



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum reverchonii
  • Reverchonii Ornithogalum
  • Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum reverchonii (also called Reverchon's Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to Central and South America. It has a slender stem with narrow, lanceolate leaves. Its flowers are white and star-shaped. It grows in moist forests, along rivers, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum reverchonii 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 reverchonii 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 reverchonii is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including sandy and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Ornithogalum reverchonii

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

Ornithogalum reverchonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum reverchonii?

Ornithogalum reverchonii

Where is Ornithogalum reverchonii found?

Ornithogalum reverchonii is found in Central and South America.

What is the growth habit of Ornithogalum reverchonii?

Ornithogalum reverchonii is a small to medium-sized tree that can reach up to 30 m in height.

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-283417: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Moritz Willkomm (1821-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willk.' in the authors string.
Johan Lange (1818-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lange' in the authors string.