Neoastelia spectabilis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
705361
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.B.Williams
Source:
wcs
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 45: 493 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000704694
Common Names
- Neoastelia Spectabilis
- Spectabilis Neoastelia
- Neoastelia Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Neoastelia spectabilis (also called Spectacular Star-bush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 meters tall. It has glossy, dark green, leathery leaves that are angularly lobed. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and along the edges of rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Neoastelia spectabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neoastelia spectabilis has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Neoastelia spectabilis is a perennial herb that is native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It has a long flowering period from spring to autumn.
Where to Find Neoastelia spectabilis
Neoastelia spectabilis is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly found in open forests, woodlands, and grasslands.
Neoastelia spectabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neoastelia spectabilis?
Neoastelia spectabilis
What are the common names of Neoastelia spectabilis?
Neoastelia spectabilis is commonly known as the wild aster
What is the family of Neoastelia spectabilis?
Neoastelia spectabilis belongs to the family Asteraceae
Species in the Neoastelia genus
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
John Beaumont Williams (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Williams' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:932596-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.