Otostegia migiurtiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sebald
Source:
wcs
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Stuttgarter Beitr. Naturk., A 263: 34 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000261633
Common Names
- Otostegia migiurtiana
- Migiurt's Otostegia
- Migiurt Otostegia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Otostegia migiurtiana (also called 'Migiurtina bush lily', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, narrow leaves and produces white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in grassland, savanna, and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Otostegia migiurtiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Otostegia migiurtiana is a white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Otostegia migiurtiana can be propagated by seed or division. It should be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly during the growing season. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Otostegia migiurtiana
Otostegia migiurtiana is native to the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and the Middle East.
Otostegia migiurtiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Otostegia migiurtiana?
Otostegia migiurtiana
What is the common name of Otostegia migiurtiana?
Migiurtiana otostegia
Where is Otostegia migiurtiana found?
It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Otostegia genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-144803: Based on the initial data import
Oskar Sebald (1929-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sebald' in the authors string.