Ornithogalum umbellatum

Star of Bethlehem

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Bulbous perennial with distinctive star-shaped white flowers featuring green stripes, prized for foliage and blooms.
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Plant Details

Common Name Star of Bethlehem
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Ornithogalum
Species Umbellatum
Origin Mediterranean Region
Blooming Late spring to early summer, occasionally re-blooms with rest cycle
Leaf Color Green with white central stripe
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy mix with perlite or coarse sand to prevent bulb rot

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Watering

Water regularly during active growth, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to full sun; protect from scorching midday heat indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growing season only.

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and yellowed leaves promptly to direct energy back to the bulb.

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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