Aletris capitata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
capitata
ID:
755970
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 15: 254 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755303
Common Names
- Unicorn Root
- Star Grass
- Colic Root
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aletris capitata (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 capitata 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 capitata has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and green.
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Aletris capitata 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 capitata
Aletris capitata is native to India.
Aletris capitata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris capitata?
Aletris capitata
What is the common name of Aletris capitata?
Cape colicroot
What is the natural habitat of Aletris capitata?
It is native to South Africa
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
Tsin Tang (1897-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tang' in the authors string.
Fa Tsuan Wang (1899-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.T.Wang' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:527488-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.