On your wanderings through the green oases of Berlin Treptow, you came across a special plant with your camera: the Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem (Gagea lutea). This enchanting plant, which blooms in the quiet corners of the forest, captivates with its delicate appearance and its radiant yellow hue. Like little stars, its blossoms shine in the undergrowth, a gentle light in the spring sunshine.

The Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem belongs to the lily family and prefers to grow in moist, shady forests. In Berlin Treptow, it has found its place in the cool, shady nooks of the parks and woods, where it can be found in the spring. Its star-shaped flowers, hovering just a few centimeters above the ground, consist of six slender petals that glow golden in the sunlight.

However, this unassuming woodland dweller is a master of camouflage: outside of its flowering season, it is almost invisible, as its narrow, grass-like leaves easily disappear in the dense forest floor foliage. But in spring, when the forest is just awakening in delicate shades of green, the Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem stands out with its bright blossoms, reminding us of how diverse and magical nature can be, even in a city as large as Berlin.

The encounter with the Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem, which you captured on your photo walks, is proof that nature always holds small wonders, even in urban areas. Each photo you’ve taken of this plant captures a moment of tranquility and magic, lying just a stone's throw away from the bustling streets of Berlin. With your camera, you not only preserve the beauty of the moment but also a piece of Berlin's natural history, which is often overlooked.