Anthericum corymbosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
corymbosum
ID:
760927
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 15: 71 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760260
Common Names
- Corymbose Star-of-Bethlehem
- Corymbose St. Bernard's Lily
- Corymbose Star of Bethlehem
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anthericum corymbosum (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 corymbosum 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 corymbosum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Anthericum corymbosum 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 corymbosum
Anthericum corymbosum is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Anthericum corymbosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthericum corymbosum?
Anthericum corymbosum
What is the common name of Anthericum corymbosum?
Corymbose Anthericum
Where is Anthericum corymbosum found?
Anthericum corymbosum is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Anthericum genus
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-299321: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.