Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pileata
ID:
761758

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Fang & L.Y.Yu

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 40: 159 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000761091

Common Names

  • Aspidistra pileata
  • Pileata Aspidistra
  • Aspidistra

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Description

Aspidistra pileata (also called Helmet Aspidistra, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is found in rocky areas, dry sclerophyll forests, and grasslands. It has a single, erect, linear to lanceolate leaf and a single, white to pinkish flower.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra pileata is an ornamental plant that is used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide shelter for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra pileata has small white flowers with yellow centres and small, round seed pods. The seedlings have small, round leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra pileata is a clump-forming perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant prefers a temperature range of 10-30°C and a pH range of 5.5-7.5. It requires full sun to partial shade and regular fertilization.

Where to Find Aspidistra pileata

Aspidistra pileata is native to China and can be found in moist areas, such as along streams and in swamps.

Aspidistra pileata FAQ

What type of plant is Aspidistra pileata?

Aspidistra pileata is an evergreen perennial herb.

Where does Aspidistra pileata grow?

Aspidistra pileata grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

How often should Aspidistra pileata be watered?

Aspidistra pileata should be watered once a week or when the soil is dry.

Species in the Aspidistra genus

Aspidistra acetabuliformis, Aspidistra austrosinensis, Aspidistra caespitosa, Aspidistra carinata, Aspidistra cavicola, Aspidistra claviformis, Aspidistra cruciformis, Aspidistra cyathiflora, Aspidistra daibuensis, Aspidistra dolichanthera, Aspidistra ebianensis, Aspidistra elatior, Aspidistra fasciaria, Aspidistra fenghuangensis, Aspidistra fimbriata, Aspidistra flaviflora, Aspidistra fungilliformis, Aspidistra glandulosa, Aspidistra hekouensis, Aspidistra leshanensis, Aspidistra leyeensis, Aspidistra linearifolia, Aspidistra longanensis, Aspidistra longifolia, Aspidistra longiloba, Aspidistra longipedunculata, Aspidistra longipetala, Aspidistra luodianensis, Aspidistra lurida, Aspidistra marginella, Aspidistra minutiflora, Aspidistra muricata, Aspidistra mushaensis, Aspidistra oblanceifolia, Aspidistra oblongifolia, Aspidistra omeiensis, Aspidistra patentiloba, Aspidistra punctata, Aspidistra retusa, Aspidistra saxicola, Aspidistra sichuanensis, Aspidistra subrotata, Aspidistra sutepensis, Aspidistra tonkinensis, Aspidistra triloba, Aspidistra typica, Aspidistra urceolata, Aspidistra xilinensis, Aspidistra zongbayi, Aspidistra alternativa,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-300097: Based on the initial data import
Ding Fang (b.1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Fang' in the authors string.
Li Ying Yu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Y.Yu' in the authors string.