Ornithogalum umbellatum
Star of Bethlehem
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The Ornithogalum umbellatum plant species is found in Britain - E. England. It is a member of the Liliaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Star of Bethlehem.

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Latin Name:  Ornithogalum umbellatum
Common Name:  Star of Bethlehem
Family:  Liliaceae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  Skin contact with the bulb can cause dermatitis in sensitive people[65]. The bulb contains alkaloids and is poisonous[2, 62]. Another report says that the bulb is poisonous to grazing animals[183].
 
Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.15
 
Habitat:  Grassy places[5, 17].

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