Star of Bethlehem

Family: Asparagaceae
Scientific name: Ornithogalum umbellatum
Description: Plant Form Erect herb Size 0.15-0.4 m tall Stem Leaves 6-9 grass-like leaves present, up to 30 cm long and 0.6 cm wide Flowers Grow in groups of 6-20, rising above leaves, six petals which are white with green stripes, 1.5-2.0 cm long Fruit and Seeds Seed capsule is oblong and 1 cm long Habitat Garden escape that can become established in nearby areas Weed Status: Other Weed Weed Type: Invasive Garden Escapee Lifeform: Herbaceous

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