Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maurum
ID:
761168

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rothm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 49: 173 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000760501

Common Names

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

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Description

Anthericum maurum (also called St. Bernard's Lily, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and North Africa. It is a perennial herb with a single, unbranched stem and a rosette of narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Anthericum maurum 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

Flower: The flowers of Anthericum maurum are small and white in color. They are arranged in clusters of 3-5 flowers. Seed: The seeds of Anthericum maurum are small, round and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Anthericum maurum are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthericum maurum is a clump-forming, evergreen, perennial plant. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Anthericum maurum

Anthericum maurum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Anthericum maurum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthericum maurum?

Anthericum maurum

What is the common name of Anthericum maurum?

Mauritanian Leek

Where is Anthericum maurum native to?

Mauritania

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,