From
the family,
Hyacinthaceae, having common name(s) associated with the genus; Pregnant Onion, Snake Flower, Star-of-Bethlehem.
From gardens. Similar to O. narbonense L., but distinguishable by a very short ovary, less than 1/8 inch long and by a shorter style. Flowers in conical 20-50-flowered raceme, translucent white with slight green stripe on reverse. Foliage basal, channelled, glossy green. Hardy clone.
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