Description
Ornithogalum bungei (also called Star of Bethlehem, White Star of Bethlehem, and many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a single stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height and is covered in small, white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ornithogalum bungei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ornithogalum bungei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have lance-shaped leaves.