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    Ornithogalum exscapum

    Also Known As

    • Star of Bethlehem

    Plant type

    perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

    size

    • H: 6"
    • W: 3"

    planting zones

    • 7a-9a

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    Ornithogalum exscapum plant details

    Ornithogalum exscapum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ornithogalum exscapum

    Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
    Plant family: asparagaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 IN wide, 6 IN tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ornithogalum exscapum

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A Mediterranean species, it's similar to sibthorpii with 3cm white flowers on short stems.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Ornithogalum exscapum plant

    How to Grow Ornithogalum exscapum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • grassy

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    Albuca bracteata

    aka Ornithogalum caudatum, Ornithogalum longibracteatum, False Sea Onion, Pregnant Onion

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    9a-12

    Size

    Height: 12"-48"

    Width: 4"-24"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry in winter
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    Ornithogalum juncifolium

    aka Ornithogalum graminifolium, Cliff Marble, Rush-leaved Star of Bethlehem

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    9b-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-10"

    Width: 3"-6"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
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    Albuca namaquensis

    aka Albuca circinata, Ornithogalum namaquensis

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    9b-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 12"-15"

    • sun - mostly sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    • dry when dormant
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    Ornithogalum umbellatum

    aka Eleven O'clock Lady, Grass Lily, Sleepydick, Star of Bethlehem

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • drought tolerant
    Photo of Ornithogalum umbellatum flower, form by Meneerke bloem
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    Ornithogalum dubium

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

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

    Zones

    8a-11

    Size

    Height: 8"-10"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
    • even moisture - regular
    • dry in winter
    • dry when dormant
    Photo of Ornithogalum dubium flower by JLPC
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