Aletris megalantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megalantha
ID:
756011
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 1: 119 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755344
Common Names
- Megaland Star Grass
- Megaland Aletris
- Megaland Colic Root
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Aletris megalantha (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 megalantha has been used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, fever, and skin irritations. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aletris megalantha has small, white, star-shaped flowers with six petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.
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Aletris megalantha is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Aletris megalantha
Aletris megalantha is native to South Africa and grows in sandy soils.
Aletris megalantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris megalantha?
Aletris megalantha
What is the common name of Aletris megalantha?
Large-flowered Star Grass
What is the habitat of Aletris megalantha?
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
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:527502-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.