{"product_id":"star-of-bethlehem-ornithogalum-dubium","title":"Ornithogalum dubium - Star of Bethlehem","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":20,\"2\":{\"6\":0}}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":41857,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10,\"18\":1}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Ornithogalum dubium (variable bird milk)\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrnithogalum dubium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(variable bird milk)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":77,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":96}{\"1\":140,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":149}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"There have been some attempts to reclassify this plant, including in 2011 as Eliokarmos dubius, however none of these have been approved so O. dubium remains correct.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere have been some attempts to reclassify this plant, including in 2011 as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEliokarmos dubius, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehowever, none of these have been approved so \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eO. dubium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remains correct.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Sun Star, Star of Bethlehem, Yellow Chincherinchee\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSun Star, Star of Bethlehem, Yellow Chincherinchee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Native to South Africa\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eNative to South Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;These plants' bright orange flowers are really showstopping, adding a splash of vibrant colour which catches the eye in any room. The flower is seasonal, and will need a winter dormancy in a cool, dark cupboard to bloom again, but if you follow a few simple tips you can keep your plant producing bright blooms year on year. In between its dormancies it's quite easygoing, and will enjoy a bright spot to show off its golden flowers.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThese plants' bright orange flowers are really showstopping, adding a splash of vibrant colour which catches the eye in any room. The flower is seasonal, and will need a winter dormancy in a cool, dark cupboard to bloom again, but if you follow a few simple tips you can keep your plant producing bright blooms year on year. In between its dormancies it's quite easygoing, and will enjoy a bright spot to show off its golden flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This plant likes bright light and will do best in a spot which gets a couple of hours of sun and indirect light the rest of the day; a north-east or north-west facing window would be ideal.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis plant likes bright light and will do best in a spot which gets a couple of hours of sun and indirect light the rest of the day; a north-east or north-west facing window would be ideal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Allow the top third of the soil to dry out between waters; reduce in autumn and winter over its dormancy period.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAllow the top third of the soil to dry out between waters; reduce in autumn and winter over its dormancy period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Average room humidity is fine; this plant will suffer if there's too much moisture\/ too little circulation and can develop powdery mildew.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAverage room humidity is fine; this plant will suffer if there's too much moisture\/ too little circulation and can develop powdery mildew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Use a well-draining, moisture retentive potting mix to ensure its roots are not sat in soggy soil. A mix with added sand or grit will help get air to the roots whilst allowing water to drain. Repot every two to three years at the end of its winter dormancy into a slightly larger pot.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eUse a well-draining, moisture retentive potting mix to ensure its roots are not sat in soggy soil. A mix with added sand or grit will help get air to the roots whilst allowing water to drain. Repot every two to three years at the end of its winter dormancy into a slightly larger pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Feed every couple of weeks whilst it's blooming with a high-potassium feed.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFeed every couple of weeks whilst it's blooming with a high-potassium feed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Likes temperatures of 15-24°C; don't let it drop below 12°C in winter.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eLikes temperatures of 15-24°C; don't let it drop below 12°C in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"No, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eNo, this plant is toxic to pets and small humans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;To get this plant to flower each year, you'll need to give it a proper dormancy period (like a hibernation) over winter. Once it finishes flowering in late summer, its foliage will begin to yellow and die off. Once it's totally yellow, prune it back to about an inch above the soil using clean scissors or secateurs. Put it in a cool, dark location for a couple of months. A dry cupboard with temperatures around 10°C would be ideal. Water only just enough to keep the bulb ticking over. Once foliage starts to grow again in spring, feed it with a weak fertiliser and start watering more frequently, and gradually increase the light it gets. At this point, you're back to normal care and can keep an eye out for new flower buds!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eTo get this plant to flower each year, you'll need to give it a proper dormancy period (like a hibernation) over winter. Once it finishes flowering in late summer, its foliage will begin to yellow and die off. Once it's totally yellow, prune it back to about an inch above the soil using clean scissors or secateurs. Put it in a cool, dark location for a couple of months. A dry cupboard with temperatures around 10°C would be ideal. Water only just enough to keep the bulb ticking over. Once foliage starts to grow again in spring, feed it with a weak fertiliser and start watering more frequently, and gradually increase the light it gets. At this point, you're back to normal care and can keep an eye out for new flower buds!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;The name 'Ornithogalum' comes from the Greek meaning 'bird-milk', because some species have white flowers which look a bit like bird poo...\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThe name 'Ornithogalum' comes from the Greek meaning 'bird-milk', because some species have white flowers which look a bit like bird poo...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"10.5cm","offer_id":44795173798141,"sku":"3299741322171","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/star-of-bethlehem-ornithogalum-dubium-883579.jpg?v=1712308620","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/star-of-bethlehem-ornithogalum-dubium","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}