Aletris obovata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
obovata
ID:
756014
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nash
Source:
wcs
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Torreya 3: 102 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755347
Common Names
- Egg-Shaped Star Grass
- Egg-Shaped Aletris
- Egg-Shaped Colic Root
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aletris obovata (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 obovata 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 obovata 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 obovata 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 obovata
Aletris obovata is native to South Africa and grows in sandy soils.
Aletris obovata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris obovata?
Aletris obovata
What is the common name of Aletris obovata?
Oval-leaved Star Grass
What is the habitat of Aletris obovata?
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
George Valentine Nash (1864-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nash' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:429555-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.