Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sphaerocarpum
ID:
712823

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Kern.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 28: 15 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712156



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum
  • Round-fruited Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Round-fruited Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum (also called Round-fruited Ornithogalum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum has white flowers with yellow centers and a strong, sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are slender and have bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape Province. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and can tolerate some shade. It is a slow-growing plant and can reach up to 1 meter in height.

Where to Find Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum

Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum is found in the Mediterranean region.

Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum?

Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum

What are the common names of Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum?

Ornithogalum, Spherical-Fruited Star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum sphaerocarpum?

Tropical forests in Southeast Asia

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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