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Stars of Bethlehem

STARS OF BETHLEHEM
Ornithogalum umbellatum Lily Family  Liliaceae
April - June Infrequent Alein
Description: From 4 to10 inches  tall. Leaves are grass like, root is a bulb. Flowers have 6 petals, note the green stipe under the waxy petals and th crown shapes stamens. Escaped from European cultivation. Pretty plant but poisonous if taken internally.

Location: Fields, wood borders, roadsides
 
 
Stars of Bethlehem
Stars of Bethlehem
Stars of Bethlehem
Stars of Bethlehem

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