Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sessiliflorum
ID:
712268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Fl. Atlant. 1: 295 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711601



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum sessiliflorum
  • Sessile-flowered Ornithogalum
  • Sessile-flowered Star of Bethlehem


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Synonyms

  • Ornithogalum canaliculatum Lag. [unknown]
  • Stellarioides sessiliflora (Desf.) Speta [unknown]

Description

Ornithogalum sessiliflorum (also called Sessiliflorum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It typically grows to a height of up to 30 cm and has alternate, linear to lanceolate leaves. It is found in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum sessiliflorum 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

Ornithogalum sessiliflorum has white flowers with yellow centres and long, narrow leaves. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum sessiliflorum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in early spring or late fall. Carefully dig up the clumps of bulbs and separate them into smaller clumps. Replant the divisions in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Ornithogalum sessiliflorum

Ornithogalum sessiliflorum is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Ornithogalum sessiliflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum sessiliflorum?

Ornithogalum sessiliflorum

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum sessiliflorum?

Tropical rainforests of South America

What are the common names of Ornithogalum sessiliflorum?

Sessiliflorum ornithogalum, Sessiliflorum 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,

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