Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
confusum
ID:
760920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
V?stn. Král. ?eské Spole?n. Nauk. T?. Mat.-P?ír. 13: 5 (1926 publ. 1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760253

Common Names

  • Confused Star-of-Bethlehem
  • Confused St. Bernard's Lily
  • Confused Star of Bethlehem

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Description

Anthericum confusum (also called St Bernard's Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and North Africa. It has a thick, creeping rhizome and long, linear leaves. It grows in moist soils in grasslands and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Anthericum confusum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthericum confusum is white and star-shaped with 6 petals. The seed is a 3-angled capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthericum confusum is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is a perennial herb, and can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the rhizome. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in the shade until germination occurs.

Where to Find Anthericum confusum

Anthericum confusum is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Anthericum confusum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthericum confusum?

Anthericum confusum

What is the common name of Anthericum confusum?

Confused Anthericum

Where is Anthericum confusum found?

Anthericum confusum is found in the Mediterranean region

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-299315: Based on the initial data import
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.