Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
multiflora
ID:
848559

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Quart. J. Sci. Lit. Arts , n.s., 1: 49 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000847894

Common Names

  • Chloraea Multiflora
  • Multiflora Chloraea
  • Chloraea Chloraea

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Description

Chloraea multiflora (also called Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Chile. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Chloraea multiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a soil stabilizer. It can also be used in erosion control and forage production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chloraea multiflora has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chloraea multiflora can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers light shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and pH levels.

Where to Find Chloraea multiflora

Chloraea multiflora can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Chloraea multiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chloraea multiflora?

Chloraea multiflora

What are the common names of Chloraea multiflora?

Common names for Chloraea multiflora include Chilean crocus and Chilean-crocus.

Where is Chloraea multiflora native to?

Chloraea multiflora is native to Chile and Argentina.

Species in the Chloraea genus

Chloraea curicana, Chloraea alpina, Chloraea apinnula, Chloraea barbata, Chloraea bella, Chloraea bidentata, Chloraea biserialis, Chloraea bletioides, Chloraea boliviana, Chloraea calantha, Chloraea castillonii, Chloraea chica, Chloraea chrysantha, Chloraea cogniauxii, Chloraea crispa, Chloraea cristata, Chloraea cuneata, Chloraea cylindrostachya, Chloraea deflexa, Chloraea densipapillosa, Chloraea disoides, Chloraea elegans, Chloraea fiebrigiana, Chloraea fonkii, Chloraea galeata, Chloraea gavilu, Chloraea grandiflora, Chloraea heteroglossa, Chloraea lamellata, Chloraea laxiflora, Chloraea lechleri, Chloraea longipetala, Chloraea magellanica, Chloraea major, Chloraea membranacea, Chloraea multiflora, Chloraea multilineolata, Chloraea nudilabia, Chloraea pavonii, Chloraea philippii, Chloraea phoenicea, Chloraea piquichen, Chloraea praecincta, Chloraea prodigiosa, Chloraea reticulata, Chloraea septentrionalis, Chloraea speciosa, Chloraea subpandurata, Chloraea tectata, Chloraea venosa,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39375: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.