Diohio's Garden
Star of Bethlehem
Genus: Ornithogalum.
Species: Ornithogalum umbellatum.
This wildflower was introduced from Europe. Also called Dove's Dung, Snowdrops, Starflower and Summer Snowflake, Nap-At-Noon. The flower close up at night or on cloudy days. This species is considered poisonous and contains cardiac glycosides in all parts of the plant, with bulbs having the highest amount. Sheep and other livestock have been killed by grazing on the plant.
