Gelasine coerulea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vell.) Ravenna
Source:
iplants
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Not. Mens. Mus. Nac. Hist. Nat. 21(249): 8. 1977
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000789083
Common Names
- Gelasine coerulea
- Blue star lily
- Blue lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gelasine coerulea (also called Blue Star-of-Bethlehem, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers. It is native to the northern Cape region of South Africa, and is found in grassland and fynbos habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Gelasine coerulea is used in the garden as an ornamental plant and is also used in the production of dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gelasine coerulea has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf. The seeds are small and black.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gelasine coerulea is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. 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 should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Gelasine coerulea
Gelasine coerulea is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Hispaniola, and Jamaica.
Gelasine coerulea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gelasine coerulea?
Gelasine coerulea
What is the common name of Gelasine coerulea?
Blue Mahogany
Where is Gelasine coerulea found?
West Indies
Species in the Gelasine 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-327680: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.