Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
saundersiae
ID:
711908

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , ser. 3, 10: 452 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711241



Common Names

  • Saunders Ornithogalum
  • Saunders Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Saunders Starflower


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Description

Ornithogalum saundersiae (also called Saundersiae Star of Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to South Africa. It is found in grasslands, woodlands, and rocky outcrops.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum saundersiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ornithogalum saundersiae is white, with a yellow center, and is bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid shape. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum saundersiae can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist until the divisions have rooted.

Where to Find Ornithogalum saundersiae

Ornithogalum saundersiae is native to South Africa.

Ornithogalum saundersiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum saundersiae?

Ornithogalum saundersiae

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum saundersiae?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the uses of Ornithogalum saundersiae?

Ornithogalum saundersiae is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments

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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