Aletris gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
755992
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rendle
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 44: 41 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755325
Common Names
- Gracile Star Grass
- Gracile Aletris
- Gracile Colic Root
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aletris gracilis (also called Blazing Star, Colic Root, and Star Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a short, grass-like leaves and a tall, slender stem. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aletris gracilis 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
The flowers of Aletris gracilis are small and white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Aletris gracilis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Aletris gracilis
Aletris gracilis is native to India.
Aletris gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris gracilis?
Aletris gracilis
What is the common name of Aletris gracilis?
Slender Star Grass
What is the habitat of Aletris gracilis?
Dry woods and thickets
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
Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:527498-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.