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Asparagaceae
Orange Star Flower
Ornithogalum dubium
Radiant hope and guidance.
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Genus
- Ornithogalum
- Native to
- South Africa
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer
- Type
- bulbous perennial
- Height
- 8-12 in
- Sunlight
- full sun to part shade
- Soil
- well-drained, sandy
- Water
- moderate; reduce after flowering
- Hardiness
- 7-11
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- The genus name Ornithogalum means 'bird's milk' in Greek, an ancient phrase meaning something wonderful or rare.
- It is one of the only orange-flowered species in a genus famous for white and green blooms.
- Cut flowers last up to three weeks in a vase, making it exceptionally long-lasting for the floral trade.
- The bright orange color of the petals deepens in cooler temperatures and fades to yellow in heat.
- Like many South African bulbs, it requires a dry dormant period in summer to rebloom successfully.
Color meanings
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hope
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guidance
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purity