Astelia nervosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nervosa
ID:
639412
Status:
valid
Authors:
Banks & Sol. ex Hook.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nov.-Zel. 1: 260 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638744
Common Names
- Nerve Astelia
- Nerve Astelia
- Nerve Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astelia nervosa (also called Mountain Astelia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters tall. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia nervosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astelia nervosa are white and bell-shaped, with a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astelia nervosa is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed-raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Astelia nervosa
Astelia nervosa can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Astelia nervosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia nervosa?
Astelia nervosa
What type of plant is Astelia nervosa?
Herb
Where does Astelia nervosa grow?
New Zealand
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
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Daniel Solander (1733-1782): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sol.' in the authors string.
Joseph Banks (1743-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Banks' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531636-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.