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Ornithogalum dubium

Also Known As

Ornithogalum dubium [Orange]
Orange Chincherinchee
Orange Star
Snake Plant
Star of Bethlehem
Sun Star

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

H: 8"-10"
W: 12"

planting zones

8a-11

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Ornithogalum dubium plant details

Ornithogalum dubium is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ornithogalum dubium

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ornithogalum dubium

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ornithogalum dubium is unusual in its genus for having bright tangerine orange flowers rather than white and green centres. It blooms in spring with rounded heads of its star-like flowers on stems up to 20 inches tall. This frost tender bulb from South Africa needs to be stored in a dry frost-free location in winter or, in zone 8, planted in a protected location against a building. Provide lots of water when in growth followed by a dry resting period. Endemic to the Cape of South Africa.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

You may have seen these plants at the florist shop or nursery and trust us, you should sprinkle them around your garden, both for spring color and for a steady supply of cut flowers. Ornithogalum plants grow fuller over time, and produce more flowers as the plant matures. What are you waiting for?

By: Leafari

A member of the lily family native to South Africa. Also known as Sun Star - Orange Star - Orange Star of bethlehem. Perennial in zone 8-11 - an annual in colder areas. Makes a wonderful cut flower for arrangements. Spring blooming - likes sun to part shade - basal rosette of mid green leaves - 8 to 10" flower stalks with clusters of star shaped orange blooms.