Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
transcaucasicum
ID:
712405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miscz. ex Grossh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Fl. Kavkaza 1: 230 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000711738



Common Names

  • Transcaucasian Ornithogalum
  • Transcaucasian-leaved Ornithogalum
  • Transcaucasian-leaf Ornithogalum


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Description

Ornithogalum transcaucasicum (also called Transcaucasian Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the Caucasus and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithogalum transcaucasicum 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 transcaucasicum is white and has six petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithogalum transcaucasicum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer. It can be propagated from cuttings or division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Ornithogalum transcaucasicum

Ornithogalum transcaucasicum is native to the Caucasus and can be found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Ornithogalum transcaucasicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithogalum transcaucasicum?

Ornithogalum transcaucasicum

What is the common name of Ornithogalum transcaucasicum?

Transcaucasicum

What is the natural habitat of Ornithogalum transcaucasicum?

Dry open forests and woodlands

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-283491: Based on the initial data import
Aleksandr Grossheim (1888-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grossh.' in the authors string.
Pavel Mishchenko (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miscz.' in the authors string.