Ornithogalum thyrsoides
Ornithogalum thyrsoides is an ephemeral bulb with spikes of fragrant, outward-facing, star-shaped flowers in late spring.
Ornithogalum thyrsoides is an ephemeral bulb with spikes of fragrant, outward-facing, star-shaped flowers blooming in late spring. The stems are 15-18 inches tall and cut flowers will last 10-14 days. Ornithogalum means bird’s milk. Although the root words are from Greek, bird’s milk was a phrase frequently used by the Romans to indicate something wonderful. Native to South Africa but widely adaptable.
Common Name: Star-of-Bethlehem - [Summer B&B Pre-Order]
Family: Asparagaceae (The Asparagus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-10
Light: Full Sun
Height: 12-24"
Width: 8-12"
Primary Bloom Colour: White/Cream
Secondary Bloom Colour: Yellow
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring
Soil Moisture: Average
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Fragrance: Yes
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Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Northern and Western Cape provinces of South Africa, where it is native to vleis, sandy flats, lower mountain slopes and in disturbed ground. Although it is a Cape winter rainfall species, it grows well in gardens in the summer rainfall region.
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