Orange Star Plant
Orange Star (Ornithogalum dubium) is a bulb growing 6-12 inches tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with moderate growth in well-drained, loamy soil, requiring full sun and medium moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Bulb
Height
0.3-0.5 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained , loamy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Medium
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
South Africa
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-25°C
Humidity (%)
60-70%
Potting media
Loamy, peat
Fertilizers
Balanced NPK (10-10-10)
Watering
Moderate, deep watering
Plant Weight
50-100 g
Flowering Time
Spring, Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.0
Water Ph level
6.5 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental flowers
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
Ornamental, beautiful flowers
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Root Rot, Leaf Spot, Powdery Mildew, Aphids, Mealybugs
Symptoms
Wilting, brown spots, white powder, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Improve soil drainage, prune affected leaves, use neem oil
HEALTH BENEFITS
⚠️ Toxicity Warning: While an ornamental plant, it is toxic if ingested and has no known medicinal benefits.