Star of Bethlehem

Shadow tendency Wholeness
Sudden loss Bring comfort
Trauma Soothing
Shock Heals
Disbelief Recuperates
Sense of unreality Eases pain and sorrow
Disconnection Part of the composite Rescue Remedy
Midst of grief May be used in case of an accident
Pain pays tribute to their loss Help neutralize the effect of shock
For those who refuse to be consoled Heals the after effect of physical, mental and traumatic experiences
Shock may be sustained Rapidly restores self-healing mechanisms of the body
Mind may be in a turmoil Inner vitality
Leads to an unhappy experience Clear mind
May be inclined towards magic and mysticism Clarity
Lack of sensation Inner strength
Uncertain gait Adaptable Nervous system
May have a history of drug abuse Faculty for quick recovery
Bad fright Comfort blanket

Origin and Specification of the Plant


Binomial Name: Ornithogalum umbellatum
Kingdom: Plantae
Family: Asparagaceae
Genus: Omithogalum
Species: O.umbellatum
Origin: Europe
Shade: White
Other names: garden star-of-Bethlehem, grass lily, nap-at-noon, eleven o’clock, dove’s dung, Jack-go-to bed-at-noon, sleepy Dick, summer snowflake, ten o’clock lady
Elements/Chemicals contained by the plant:
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 0.5 metres
Description: a plant that comes back every year. It has a round shape and grows quickly. The leaves are long and thin with a white stripe in the middle. In summer, it produces white star-shaped flowers with a green outside.
Flowering season: Spring
Qualities and preferences: well-drained soil in full sun; tolerant of partial shade
Areas of Growth: Along rivers, streams and wet areas of pastures

Ornithogalum umbellatum, commonly known as the star of Bethlehem, is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the family Asparagaceae. This species is native to Europe and western Asia but has been introduced to other parts of the world due to its ornamental value. The plant gets its name from the Greek words "ornithos" and "gala," which mean "bird" and "milk," respectively, because the white flowers of the plant resemble bird's milk.

The plant is an incredibly captivating and highly sought-after organism, admired not only for its beauty but also for its extensive range of therapeutic advantages. It is a veritable treasure trove of saponins, a group of bioactive compounds that are widely renowned for their potent anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. These saponins have been shown to exhibit a wide range of biological activities, including anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties, as well as the ability to modulate the immune system. This plant has been a cornerstone of traditional medicine for centuries, with documented use in treating a wide variety of ailments, such as respiratory infections, coughs, and gastrointestinal disorders. Its medicinal benefits are so substantial that it has gained recognition as a "superfood" in many parts of the world, and continues to be the subject of extensive research in the field of medicinal botany.

Specification of remedy


Group: Second nineteen
Emotional Group: Despondency or despair
Chronic condition: Needing comfort from shock
Method of extraction: Boiling

Star of Bethlehem relates to the soul potentials of awakening and reorientation. Dr Bach first prepared the Star of Bethlehem flower in the year of 1935 in Sotwell.

Additionally, the Star of Bethlehem remedy is utilised as a crucial component in the composite Rescue Remedy as it associates with emotional reactions to shock and trauma.

The image on the left shows many Star of Bethlehem flowers living together in harmony in their habitat, while on the right side we can see a picture of the Star of Bethlehem flower in a much more closer aspect.

Top