Ornithogaloideae
Ornithogaloideae is a subfamily of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae. It was formerly recognized as a distinct family, Ornithogalaceae, but is now considered a subfamily within Asparagaceae. This subfamily is characterized by its herbaceous perennial geophytes, meaning they grow from underground storage organs such as bulbs or corms. The leaves are typically basal and often strap-like or linear, sometimes with distinctive white or pale lines.
The flowers of Ornithogaloideae are often star-shaped and are borne in racemes or corymbs. They usually have
This subfamily is widely distributed, with species found in Europe, Africa, and Western Asia. They often inhabit