Garden star-of-bethlehem is a bulbous flowering plant that is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant and blooms in late spring. In spite of what you might hear, garden star-of-bethlehem is actually toxic to humans, and consumption is not recommended by modern experts. It is also extremely invasive, so planting it is a risk.

Chincherinchee (Ornithogalum thyrsoides) is a perennial plant that is endemic to South Africa. During the summer months, it produces conical clusters of white, star-shaped flowers that have earned it the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit.

The sun star is a member of the Lily family. It is also known as Star of Bethlehem, Snake Flower, and *Ornithogalum dubium*. This bulbous perennial displays bright yellow, orange, or white star-shaped blooms. Blooms can last up to six months under ideal conditions, making it a great centerpiece. This plant is toxic.

Arabian starflower (Ornithogalum arabicum) is native to northern Africa and southern Europe, where it grows best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soils. In late spring and early summer, Ornithogalum arabicum produces large and fragrant white flowers.

Native to Europe and southwest Asia, the drooping star-of-Bethlehem is a flowering plant that is widely cultivated. This plant gets its common name from its star-shaped nodding white flowers. Although it is an attractive ornamental plant ideal for use in flower beds and borders, it is considered invasive in several states in the United States.

Ornithogalum orthophyllum's star-shaped flowers are highly admired amongst gardeners. Its species name (orthophyllum) translates to 'straight plant', which honours the plant's upright stems.

Bath asparagus is a summer-flowering bulbous perennial annual herb. The spiked star-of-bethlehem is presumably named for its star-shaped flowers which resemble the description of the Bethlehem Star. The bulbs of bath asparagus should be handled carefully as skin contact with the bulb can cause irritation.

Lesser star of bethlehem has white, star-like flowers with green stripes. It's toxic to humans and pets if ingested. In the garden, it attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Ornithogalum narbonense reaches on average 40–50 centimetres (16–20 in) of height with a maximum of 70 centimetres (28 in). The bulbs are whitish and ovoid. The stems are erect and the long leaves are fleshy and lance-shaped 8–15 millimetres (0.31–0.59 in) wide. The raceme is pyramidal with 25-75 hermaphrodite flowers. Each flower has a long bract of 1–2 centimetres (0.39–0.79 in) and six star-shaped milky white petals bearing a pale green central vein while the buds are oval with longitudinal green and white stripes. The six stamens have a white filament holding yellow anthers of 4 millimetres (0.16 in). The flowers are pollinated by insects. The flowering period extends from spring through summer.