Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
parviflorum
ID:
713564

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Nord.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 64: 28 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000712897



Common Names

  • Ornithoglossum
  • Bird's Tongue
  • Bird's Foot


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Description

Ornithoglossum parviflorum (also called Prickly Currant, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 8 m tall. It is native to eastern and southern Africa, and is found in woodlands, savannas, and grasslands. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. Its flowers are small and white, and the fruits are round and red.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithoglossum parviflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other animals. It has a pleasant smell and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ornithoglossum parviflorum var. parviflorum
Ornithoglossum parviflorum var. namaquense B.Nord.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithoglossum parviflorum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithoglossum parviflorum is a small evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Ornithoglossum parviflorum

Ornithoglossum parviflorum can be found in South Africa.

Ornithoglossum parviflorum FAQ

What is the common name of Ornithoglossum parviflorum?

Common name of Ornithoglossum parviflorum is small-flowered bird's tongue

What is the growth habit of Ornithoglossum parviflorum?

Ornithoglossum parviflorum is an evergreen perennial

What is the native range of Ornithoglossum parviflorum?

Ornithoglossum parviflorum is native to Europe

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-283608: Based on the initial data import
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.