Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
zeyheri
ID:
713674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) B.Nord.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 64: 33 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000713007



Common Names

  • Zeyheri Ornithoglossum
  • Zeyher's Ornithoglossum
  • Zeyher's Star-of-Bethlehem


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Description

Ornithoglossum zeyheri (also called Zeyher's Bird's Tongue, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub with a rounded crown and multiple stems. It is native to the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania and Kenya, and is found in montane forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Ornithoglossum zeyheri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ornithoglossum zeyheri has white, star-shaped flowers with six petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ornithoglossum zeyheri is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position and will tolerate light shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Ornithoglossum zeyheri

Ornithoglossum zeyheri can be found in the grasslands of South Africa.

Ornithoglossum zeyheri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ornithoglossum zeyheri?

Ornithoglossum zeyheri

What are the common names of Ornithoglossum zeyheri?

Common names of Ornithoglossum zeyheri include wild medlar, wild quince, and wild pear

What is the natural habitat of Ornithoglossum zeyheri?

Ornithoglossum zeyheri is native to South Africa and is found in woodlands and savannas

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-283618: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.