Astelia skottsbergii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
skottsbergii
ID:
639572
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 4: 218 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638904
Common Names
- Astelia skottsbergii
- Skottsbergii Astelia
- Skottsberg's Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astelia skottsbergii (also called Skottsberg's Astelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub species found in the tropical rainforests of South America. It has a woody stem with alternate, lance-shaped leaves. The flowers are small and yellow with white centers. It is found in humid, tropical climates and grows in the understory of the rainforest.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia skottsbergii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Astelia skottsbergii has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and fragile.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astelia skottsbergii is a clumping, evergreen perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature clumps and potted up in a well-draining, loamy soil. The plants should be grown in a warm, bright location.
Where to Find Astelia skottsbergii
Astelia skottsbergii can be found in New Zealand and Australia.
Astelia skottsbergii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia skottsbergii?
Astelia skottsbergii
What is the common name of Astelia skottsbergii?
Skottsberg's Astelia
What is the natural habitat of Astelia skottsbergii?
Mountainous regions of 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
Lucy Beatrice Moore (1906-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531652-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.