Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
macrocarpum
ID:
735677

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brinker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 29: 300 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000735010

Common Names

  • Schoenocaulon macrocarpum
  • Largefruit False Pimpernel
  • Largefruit Babystars

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Description

Schoenocaulon macrocarpum (also called 'Large-fruited Star of Bethlehem' and 'Large-fruited Star of Bethlehem', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands, rocky slopes and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Schoenocaulon macrocarpum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schoenocaulon macrocarpum is a white or yellowish star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round and black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schoenocaulon macrocarpum is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It is found in moist, sandy soils and is tolerant of both full sun and partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Schoenocaulon macrocarpum

Schoenocaulon macrocarpum is native to South America. It can be found in Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Bolivia.

Schoenocaulon macrocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schoenocaulon macrocarpum?

Schoenocaulon macrocarpum

What is the common name of Schoenocaulon macrocarpum?

Large-fruited Onion

What is the natural habitat of Schoenocaulon macrocarpum?

Dry, rocky hillsides in the southeastern United States

Species in the Melanthiaceae family

Amianthium muscaetoxicum, Anticlea elegans, Anticlea sibirica, Anticlea virescens, Anticlea volcanica, Chamaelirium luteum, Chamaelirium chinense, Chamaelirium cordifolium, Chamaelirium hisauchianum, Chamaelirium shiwandashanense, Chamaelirium actinomorphum, Chamaelirium nanlingense, Chamaelirium koidzumianum, Chamaelirium japonicum, Helonias alpina, Helonias breviscapa, Helonias bullata, Helonias kawanoi, Helonias leucantha, Helonias orientalis, Helonias thibetica, Helonias umbellata, Helonias yunnanensis, Helonias jinpingensis, Paris japonica, Paris delavayi, Paris incompleta, Paris bashanensis, Paris fargesii, Paris dunniana, Paris tetraphylla, Paris thibetica, Paris vaniotii, Paris verticillata, Paris mairei, Paris marmorata, Paris quadrifolia, Paris polyphylla, Paris undulatis, Paris birmanica, Paris rugosa, Paris daliensis, Paris dulongensis, Paris cronquistii, Paris forrestii, Paris vietnamensis, Paris luquanensis, Paris polyandra, Paris axialis, Paris caobangensis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287059: Based on the initial data import
Robert R. Brinker (b.1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brinker' in the authors string.