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Star-of-Bethlehem

Star-of-Bethlehem (Ornithogalum umbellatum (Leche De Gallina))

This perennial wildflower is also called Snowdrops, Starflower, Summer Snowflake, Nap-at-Noon, Dove's Dung. Ornithogalum umbellatum is poisonous, especially the bulb. Sheep and other livestock have been killed by eating this plant. It closes up at night and on cloudy days. Blooming in May

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DiOhio
Diohio

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By Diohio

Uploaded on 21 Mar, 2008

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Chrispook
Chrispook

21 Mar, 2008

 

Hmmm pretty but poisonous. I don't know whether we have this in Europe. I've never been aware of it.



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This photo is of "Star of Bethlehem" in Diohio's garden

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