Astelia samoense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
samoense
ID:
1330459
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Skottsb.) Birch
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 52: 115 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342913
Common Names
- Samoan Astelia
- Samoan Silver-spear
- Astelia samoense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astelia samoense (also called Astelia samoense, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteliaceae. It is native to Samoa. It grows in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia samoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astelia samoense has small, yellow flowers with dark green, ovate leaves. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have small, round leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astelia samoense is a tropical evergreen shrub that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Astelia samoense
Astelia samoense is found in the rainforests of Samoa.
Astelia samoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia samoense?
Astelia samoense
What is the common name of Astelia samoense?
Samoan astelia
Where is Astelia samoense found?
Astelia samoense is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
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
Carl Skottsberg (1880-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skottsb.' in the authors string.
Joanne L. Birch: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Birch' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77148140-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.