Ornithogalum narbonense (Liliaceae)

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Ornithogalum narbonense
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The Ornithogalum narbonense plant species is found in Europe - Mediterranean. It is a member of the Liliaceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as O. arcuatum. O. pyramidale narbonense.

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Latin Name:  Ornithogalum narbonense
Family:  Liliaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  Although no specific mention of this plant as being toxic has been seen, it belongs to a family where there are some species that are said to be toxic. Caution should be observed. Any toxins are likely to be concentrated in the bulb[200].

Mature Height:  0.4   Mature Width:  0.15

Habitat:  Grassy places and waste ground[50, 90].

Propagation Notes: Seed - best sown as soon as it is ripe in a cold frame[200]. Sow the seed thinly and leave the seedlings undisturbed in the pots for their first dormancy, but apply liquid feed at intervals, especially in their second year of growth. Divide the bulbs at the end of their second year of growth, putting 2 - 3 bulbs in each pot. Grow them on for one more year and them plant them out into their permanent positions whilst they are dormant. The seed can also be sown in a cold frame in early spring. Division of offsets in September/October[200]. The larger bulbs can be replanted immediately into their permanent positions. It is best to pot up the smaller bulbs and grow them on for a year before planting them out when dormant in late summer.

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