Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunth
Source:
wcs
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 4: 369 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711768
Common Names
- Thunberg's Ornithogalum
- Thunberg's-leaved Ornithogalum
- Thunberg's-leaf Ornithogalum
Synonyms
- Ornithogalum thunbergianulum U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies [unknown]
- Ornithogalum tortuosum Baker [unknown]
- Anthericum filifolium Thunb. [unknown]
- Anthericum nematodes Schult. & Schult.f. [unknown]
- Nicipe tortuosa (Baker) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]
- Nicipe filifolia (Thunb.) Mart.-Azorín, M.B.Crespo & Juan [unknown]
Description
Ornithogalum thunbergii (also called African Starflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and white star-shaped flowers. It is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithogalum thunbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower and for dried flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ornithogalum thunbergii is white and has six petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ornithogalum thunbergii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept moist but not wet.
Where to Find Ornithogalum thunbergii
Ornithogalum thunbergii is native to South Africa.
Ornithogalum thunbergii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum thunbergii?
Ornithogalum thunbergii
What is the common name of Ornithogalum thunbergii?
African Star of Bethlehem
What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum thunbergii?
Grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas
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,