Ornithogalum Arabicum
Genus of 80 species of bulbous perennials found in a variety of habitats. Common name is Star of Bethlehem. O. Arabicum has basal rosettes of semi erect broadly linear, dark green leaves, to 24 inches long. In early summer it bears corymb like racemes of 6 to 25 cup shaped, scented, white or cream flowers, each with a black ovary. They should be planted in early fall in moderately fertile, well drained soil, in a sunny location. O. Arabicum is rated hardy in zones 9-10.
 | Date Acquired: 11/18/98 |
| Place Acquired: Van Bourgondien |
| Price Paid: $4.75/8 |
| Planted Out: Island bed 1, November 1998 |
| 1999 Details: Began blooming 3/27/99, finished blooming probably mid April, leaves browned and cut off in late April/early May, 1999. |
