Star Of Bethlehem (Ornithogalum narbonense)

Family: Liliaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Ornithogalum narbonense is a BULB growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from April to June, and the seeds ripen from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Bulb. No further details are given, though it is probably cooked before being eaten. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — No further details are given, though it is probably cooked before being eaten.; Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Grassy places and waste ground. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)