Ornithogalum

A large genus of about 120 species spread right across Africa. Certain species are regarded as important garden plants in many countries, grown for their low maintenance requirements and long-lasting, showy flowers. The winter growing species enjoy a lot of sun, well drained sandy soil and should be kept dry in the summer dormant period.  Summer growing species enjoy full sun and a well-composted soil, with generous watering at regular intervals in the summer growing season.

Name	Ornithogalum 'chincherinchee'
Common name	Chincherinchee
African name
D/E	deciduous
Rainfall	summer
Height	50cm
Light requirements	ss
Flowers	October
Medicinal uses