Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
790043

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl. & L.O.Williams) Ravenna

Source:
iplants

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 56: 195 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789376

Common Names

  • Broad-Leaf Eleutherine
  • Broad-Leaf Wandflower
  • Broad-Leaf Harebell

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Description

Eleutherine latifolia (also called Broad-leaved Eleutherine, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia. It is characterized by its long, slender leaves and its white flowers. It typically grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eleutherine latifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders. It is known to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eleutherine latifolia is a white, star-shaped flower with a long, thin tube. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eleutherine latifolia is a clump-forming perennial that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a seed tray filled with a well-draining potting mix. Keep the seeds moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have germinated. Plant the seedlings in the garden in a sunny location.

Where to Find Eleutherine latifolia

Eleutherine latifolia is native to tropical Africa and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of ponds and streams.

Eleutherine latifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eleutherine latifolia?

Eleutherine latifolia

What is the common name of Eleutherine latifolia?

Broadleaf Eleutherine

Where is Eleutherine latifolia native to?

Tropical Asia

Species in the Eleutherine genus

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-327978: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.