Star Of Bethlehem

Facts About Star of Bethlehem

Star of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum umbellatum) , a perennial shrub that produces exquisite blossoms. ‘Wonder Flower’, ‘Arabian Star Flower,’ and so on are some of the other names it goes by. It is also referred to as the “florist’s nightmare” since it has a lengthy shelf life.

 
The bulb is a member of the lily bulb family. If you allow the bulb of the Star of Bethlehem to go wild in your garden, it may become a nuisance. It is a native of the Mediterranean area, where it was first discovered. Thumb-sized white and bare blooms. Winter is when they send forth clumps of green foliage. You’ll see a white line running through the middle of each brilliant grass-like leaf. Many offsets can be produced from the big flower bulbs. large flower bulbs. There are six-inch-wide clusters of leaves. It’s easy to tell them from garlic clumps since they don’t smell when crushed. Garlic’s leaves grow straight up, whereas the leaves of Star of Bethlehem arch. The leaves of this plant fall off and the bulbs go dormant as the weather warms up in the spring.
 
The end of April or beginning of May is the best time to view the first signs of springtime blooming. The plants send up a 10-inch tall spike covered in many blooms. About 12 to 30 six-petaled star-like blooms appear on each stem. There is a green stripe on the underside of the petals if you look closely. Every morning, these flowers bloom, and they close up every night.

Star of Bethlehem in Floral Arrangements

Star of Bethlehem in Floral Arrangements

 
Many Christmas flower arrangements used the Star of Bethlehem, Ornithogalum umbellatum, throughout the holidays. Its seasonal connotation is obvious from the word alone. Symbolic of innocence, purity, honesty, hope and forgiveness, this flower is frequently used in religious events.

The Star of Bethlehem is a stunning cut flower that has a long vase life in addition to its obvious aesthetic appeal. In a floral arrangement, cut “stars” can persist for up to a month. Due to its delicate and significant nature, it’s an ideal holiday flower for individuals who want to dress up their decor with something special.
 
You may use Star of Bethlehem as a filler to provide a delicate white touch to any floral arrangement or bouquet. Don’t be alarmed if your flowers don’t come looking as lovely as they should; this is very normal. Upon hydration, the bloom will open and you’ll get to see it in all its splendor!

How to Care for Star Of Bethlehem

Star of Bethlehem Care Star of Bethlehem plant may thrive in full sunlight or mild shade. You may notice fewer blossoms and slower growth if you place the plant in a shaded spot. Keep an eye on how often you're watering the plant, and be careful not to overdo it. A well-drained soil is required for this low-maintenance plant's growth. To make more flowers, you'll need to cut the bulbs apart and split them. During the growth stage, space the star of bethlehem plants 5 to 6 inches apart. Both flower beds and container gardens will benefit from the blossoms. When caring for the Star of Bethlehem plant, it's important to keep an eye out for a spread of these flowering plants. It is easy for these plants to expand and dominate other types of plants. With their waxy leaves and resistance to herbicides, these plants are impossible to eradicate. As a result, it's possible that you'll have to dig each bulb out by hand. If you have cattle or other animals, you should keep the Star of Bethlehem plant away from them. Alkaloids are found in the bulbs and leaves. Because of this, make sure to plant them in places where your pets won't be tempted to taste the leaves. Star of Bethlehem Cut Flower Care When you bring the Star of Bethlehem flowers home, make sure you re-cut the stems under running water before arranging them. Put the flowers in a sink full of bleach-infused water. For every quart of water, add 6-8 drops of bleach. All species of this genus suffer from geotropism, or flower stem bending. As a result, anti-ethylene action agents or calcium chelators like EDTA are required. As a result, the stem will be less likely to bend. .

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