Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
subcoriaceum
ID:
712320

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
S. African Gard. 24: 50 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711653



Common Names

  • Ornithogalum subcoriaceum
  • Leathery Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Leathery Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum subcoriaceum (also called Leathery 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 subcoriaceum is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithogalum subcoriaceum has white flowers with yellow centres and thick, leathery 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 subcoriaceum 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 subcoriaceum

Ornithogalum subcoriaceum is native to Europe.

Ornithogalum subcoriaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum subcoriaceum?

Ornithogalum subcoriaceum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum subcoriaceum?

Subcoriaceous star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum subcoriaceum?

Tropical forests in Costa Rica and Panama

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-283472: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.