Astelia alpina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
639150
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 291 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638482
Common Names
- Alpine Astelia
- Alpine False Astelia
- Alpine Wild Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astelia alpina (also called Alpine Astelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteliaceae family. It is native to New Zealand. It is found in alpine and subalpine grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia alpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Astelia alpina var. novae-hollandiae Skottsb.Astelia alpina var. alpina
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astelia alpina is white and has a long, tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two, lobed leaves.
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Astelia alpina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Astelia alpina
Astelia alpina can be found in the alpine regions of New Zealand.
Astelia alpina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia alpina?
Astelia alpina
What is the common name of Astelia alpina?
N/A
What is the natural habitat of Astelia alpina?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Astelia genus
Astelia alpina, Astelia argyrocoma, Astelia australiana, Astelia banksii, Astelia chathamica, Astelia fragrans, Astelia graminea, Astelia grandis, Astelia hastata, Astelia hemichrysa, Astelia linearis, Astelia menziesiana, Astelia microsperma, Astelia montana, Astelia nadeaudii, Astelia neocaledonica, Astelia nervosa, Astelia nivicola, Astelia papuana, Astelia petriei, Astelia psychrocharis, Astelia pumila, Astelia rapensis, Astelia skottsbergii, Astelia solandri, Astelia spicata, Astelia subulata, Astelia tovii, Astelia trinervia, Astelia waialealia, Astelia samoense,
Species in the Asteliaceae family
Astelia alpina, Astelia argyrocoma, Astelia australiana, Astelia banksii, Astelia chathamica, Astelia fragrans, Astelia graminea, Astelia grandis, Astelia hastata, Astelia hemichrysa, Astelia linearis, Astelia menziesiana, Astelia microsperma, Astelia montana, Astelia nadeaudii, Astelia neocaledonica, Astelia nervosa, Astelia nivicola, Astelia papuana, Astelia petriei, Astelia psychrocharis, Astelia pumila, Astelia rapensis, Astelia skottsbergii, Astelia solandri, Astelia spicata, Astelia subulata, Astelia tovii, Astelia trinervia, Astelia waialealia, Astelia samoense, Milligania lindoniana, Milligania stylosa, Milligania longifolia, Milligania densiflora, Milligania johnstonii, Neoastelia spectabilis,
References
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531603-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.