Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Species:
amplexifolius
ID:
738923

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Fl. Franç. , ed. 3, 3: 174 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000738256



Common Names

  • Clasping Twisted-stalk
  • Clasping Streptopus
  • Clasping Fiddlehead


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Description

Streptopus amplexifolius (also called Clasping Twistedstalk, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has alternate, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers with six petals. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Streptopus amplexifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and sore throat.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Streptopus amplexifolius is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptopus amplexifolius is a species of herbaceous perennial native to North America. It is best propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take a long time for the seedlings to become established.

Where to Find Streptopus amplexifolius

Streptopus amplexifolius is native to North America and can be found in moist woodlands and meadows.

Streptopus amplexifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptopus amplexifolius?

Streptopus amplexifolius

What is the common name of Streptopus amplexifolius?

Clasping Twistedstalk

What is the natural habitat of Streptopus amplexifolius?

Moist woods and thickets

Species in the Liliaceae family

Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287538: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.