Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
tataricum
ID:
674005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schult.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15 bis 7: 752 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000673337



Common Names

  • Tatar Heath
  • Cross-leaved Heath
  • Bell Heather


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Synonyms

  • Ixiolirion montanum (Labill.) Schult. & Schult.f. [unknown]
  • Ixiolirion pallasii Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Ixiolirion tataricum ledebourii (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Krylov [unknown]
  • Amaryllis tatarica Pall. [unknown]
  • Amaryllis tatarica Georgi [illegitimate]
  • Ixiolirion tataricum intermedium Regel [unknown]
  • Ixiolirion tataricum ledebourii (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Regel [unknown]
  • Ixiolirion tataricum ledebourii (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) R.R.Mill [unknown]
  • Ixiolirion montanum Herb. [unknown]

Description

Ixiolirion tataricum (also called Star of Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb of the Liliaceae family. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, linear leaves and white, star-shaped flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Ixiolirion tataricum is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in the production of honey and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ixiolirion tataricum var. ixiolirioides (Regel) X.H.Qian
Ixiolirion tataricum var. tataricum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ixiolirion tataricum has small, white flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, brown capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, green plant with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ixiolirion tataricum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Ixiolirion tataricum

Ixiolirion tataricum can be found in the steppes and deserts of Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and China.

Ixiolirion tataricum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ixiolirion tataricum?

Ixiolirion tataricum

What is the common name of Ixiolirion tataricum?

Tatarian star-of-Bethlehem

What is the natural habitat of Ixiolirion tataricum?

Ixiolirion tataricum is native to Central Asia