Aletris bracteata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
755968
Status:
valid
Authors:
Northr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 12: 27 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755301
Common Names
- Aletris bracteata
- Bracted Star Grass
- Bracted Blazing Star
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aletris bracteata (also called Star Grass, Blazing Star, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a thick, fleshy, white rootstock and a single, erect stem bearing a terminal spike of small, white flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woods, thickets and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aletris bracteata is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive problems, reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used to treat skin conditions and to reduce stress.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aletris bracteata has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.
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Aletris bracteata is an easy-to-grow perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Where to Find Aletris bracteata
Aletris bracteata can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.
Aletris bracteata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris bracteata?
Aletris bracteata
What is the common name of Aletris bracteata?
Bracted Aletris
What is the natural habitat of Aletris bracteata?
Aletris bracteata is native to North America and is found in moist, sandy soils.
Species in the Aletris genus
Aletris alpestris, Aletris aurea, Aletris bracteata, Aletris capitata, Aletris cinerascens, Aletris farinosa, Aletris foliata, Aletris foliolosa, Aletris glabra, Aletris glandulifera, Aletris gracilis, Aletris laxiflora, Aletris lutea, Aletris megalantha, Aletris nana, Aletris obovata, Aletris pauciflora, Aletris pedicellata, Aletris scopulorum, Aletris spicata, Aletris stenoloba, Aletris tottenii, Aletris yaanica, Aletris simpliciflora, Aletris foliata,
Species in the Nartheciaceae family
Aletris alpestris, Aletris aurea, Aletris bracteata, Aletris capitata, Aletris cinerascens, Aletris farinosa, Aletris foliata, Aletris foliolosa, Aletris glabra, Aletris glandulifera, Aletris gracilis, Aletris laxiflora, Aletris lutea, Aletris megalantha, Aletris nana, Aletris obovata, Aletris pauciflora, Aletris pedicellata, Aletris scopulorum, Aletris spicata, Aletris stenoloba, Aletris tottenii, Aletris yaanica, Aletris simpliciflora, Aletris foliata, Lophiola aurea, Metanarthecium luteoviride, Narthecium reverchonii, Narthecium scardicum, Narthecium americanum, Narthecium ossifragum, Narthecium montanum, Narthecium asiaticum, Narthecium californicum, Narthecium balansae, Nietneria corymbosa, Nietneria paniculata,
References
Alice Belle Northrop (1864-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Northr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:8311-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.