Narthecium ossifragum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ossifragum
ID:
702019
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Huds.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1762
Citation Micro:
Fl. Angl. : 128 (1762)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000701352
Common Names
- Ossifragum Narthecium
- Ossifragum Bog Asphodel
- Ossifragum Bog-asphodel
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- Phalangium ossifragum (L.) Muhl. ex Steud. [unknown]
- Anthericum ossifragum L. [unknown]
- Anthericum palustre Salisb. [unknown]
Description
Narthecium ossifragum (also called 'Bog Asphodel', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a low-growing habit and produces small, white flowers. It is found in wet meadows and bogs.
Uses & Benefits
Narthecium ossifragum is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in flower beds, borders, and rock gardens. It is also used in herbal teas and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Narthecium ossifragum is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Narthecium ossifragum is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors and lightly covered with soil. Narthecium ossifragum will self-seed and can become invasive.
Where to Find Narthecium ossifragum
Narthecium ossifragum can be found in the mountains of Europe and Asia.
Narthecium ossifragum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Narthecium ossifragum?
Narthecium ossifragum
What is the common name of Narthecium ossifragum?
Bog Asphodel
What is the natural habitat of Narthecium ossifragum?
It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia
Species in the Nartheciaceae family
Aletris alpestris, Aletris aurea, Aletris bracteata, Aletris capitata, Aletris cinerascens, Aletris farinosa, Aletris foliata, Aletris foliolosa, Aletris glabra, Aletris glandulifera, Aletris gracilis, Aletris laxiflora, Aletris lutea, Aletris megalantha, Aletris nana, Aletris obovata, Aletris pauciflora, Aletris pedicellata, Aletris scopulorum, Aletris spicata, Aletris stenoloba, Aletris tottenii, Aletris yaanica, Aletris simpliciflora, Aletris foliata, Lophiola aurea, Metanarthecium luteoviride, Narthecium reverchonii, Narthecium scardicum, Narthecium americanum, Narthecium ossifragum, Narthecium montanum, Narthecium asiaticum, Narthecium californicum, Narthecium balansae, Nietneria corymbosa, Nietneria paniculata,
References
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
William Hudson (1730-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huds.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:538658-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.