Strumaria aestivalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aestivalis
ID:
740536
Status:
valid
Authors:
Snijman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 22: 1 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739869
Common Names
- Summer Star of Bethlehem
- Summer Star Flower
- Summer Star Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strumaria aestivalis (also called Summer Starwort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has linear leaves and small, star-shaped white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky soils and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Strumaria aestivalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strumaria aestivalis is a star-shaped, white or pinkish-white flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons and two opposite, oval-shaped true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Strumaria aestivalis is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Strumaria aestivalis
Strumaria aestivalis is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky hillsides.
Strumaria aestivalis FAQ
What are the common names of Strumaria aestivalis?
Strumaria aestivalis is commonly known as summer strumaria.
What is the native range of Strumaria aestivalis?
Strumaria aestivalis is native to South Africa.
What is the growth habit of Strumaria aestivalis?
Strumaria aestivalis is an annual herb.
Species in the Strumaria genus
Strumaria barbariae, Strumaria hardyana, Strumaria pygmaea, Strumaria unguiculata, Strumaria karoopoortensis, Strumaria merxmuelleriana, Strumaria massoniella, Strumaria karooica, Strumaria leipoldtii, Strumaria chaplinii, Strumaria tenella, Strumaria perryae, Strumaria discifera, Strumaria villosa, Strumaria aestivalis, Strumaria salteri, Strumaria gemmata, Strumaria phonolithica, Strumaria picta, Strumaria spiralis, Strumaria truncata, Strumaria watermeyeri, Strumaria pubescens, Strumaria bidentata, Strumaria luteoloba, Strumaria prolifera, Strumaria speciosa,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis, Acis longifolia, Acis rosea, Acis trichophylla, Acis fabrei, Acis nicaeensis, Acis tingitana, Acis trichophylla, Acis valentina, Acis ionica, Agapanthus africanus, Agapanthus campanulatus, Agapanthus caulescens, Agapanthus coddii, Agapanthus inapertus, Agapanthus praecox, Agapanthus walshii, Allium aaseae, Allium abramsii, Allium acidoides, Allium aciphyllum, Allium acuminatum, Allium acutiflorum, Allium aegilicum, Allium affine, Allium afghanicum, Allium aflatunense, Allium agrigentinum, Allium akaka, Allium alabasicum, Allium alaicum, Allium albiflorum, Allium albotunicatum, Allium albovianum, Allium alexandrae, Allium alexeianum, Allium alibile, Allium alpinarii, Allium altaicum, Allium altissimum, Allium altyncolicum, Allium amethystinum, Allium ampeloprasum, Allium amphibolum, Allium amplectens, Allium anacoleum, Allium anatolicum, Allium anceps, Allium angulosum, Allium anisopodium,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287990: Based on the initial data import
Dierdré A. Snijman (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snijman' in the authors string.