What is another word for ornithogalum?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːnɪθˌɒɡaləm] (IPA) 
Ornithogalum is a genus of flowering plants that belong to the family Asparagaceae. These plants are commonly known as star-of-Bethlehem, and they are native to the Mediterranean region and South Africa. The word 'ornithogalum' is derived from the Greek words ornithos, meaning bird, and gala, meaning milk, referring to the white color of the flowers that resembles bird's milk. Other synonyms for ornithogalum include wonder-flower, nap-at-noon, and sleepy dick. The star-shaped white flowers of ornithogalum are used for ornamental purposes, and some species are also used for medicinal purposes. Ornithogalum arabicum is used in traditional medicine to treat arthritis and inflammation, while Ornithogalum saundersiae is used to relieve respiratory illnesses.
