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Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem Flower

The early spring wildflower known as Gagea produces golden star-shaped tepals above long, narrow foliage.

A large Gagea flower with broad star-like petals and slender leaves.
Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem Flower
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Features of the Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem

The Gagea flower displays a six-pointed blossom with pointed, radiating petals attached to a thin central stalk. Long, slender leaves grow from the base of the plant, framing the open bloom.

Facts About Gagea Wildflowers

Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem is a small bulbous perennial in the lily family that brightens fields and meadows in early spring. The flowers open wide on bright sunny days to attract early pollinators but close tightly when cloudy or rainy weather approaches. Their narrow leaves resemble blades of grass, helping the plant blend into wild pastures when not in bloom.

Colors of the Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem

  • Petals inside: bright yellow
  • Petals outside: pale green or greenish yellow
  • Slender leaves: deep green
  • Flower stem: light green
  • Anthers: pale yellow
Questions and answers

Questions and Answers

Where do Gagea flowers typically grow in nature?
Gagea species grow in grassy meadows, open woodlands, and alpine pastures across Europe, Asia, and northern Africa.
Why do the back of the petals have green stripes or shading?
The green outer surface of the tepals helps camouflage the closed flower bud against grass before it opens in full sunlight.
How does this plant survive cold winters?
Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem stores nutrients in an underground bulb, allowing it to rest through winter and sprout quickly when spring soil warms up.
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