Aletris pedicellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pedicellata
ID:
756017
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.T.Wang & Tang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , n.s., 1: 109 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755350
Common Names
- Aletris pedicellata
- Pedicellata Star Grass
- Pedicellata Blazing Star
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aletris pedicellata (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 pedicellata 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 pedicellata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aletris pedicellata 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 pedicellata
Aletris pedicellata is native to South Africa and grows in sandy soils.
Aletris pedicellata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris pedicellata?
Aletris pedicellata
What are the common names of Aletris pedicellata?
Colicroot, Star Grass, Blazing Star
What is the native range of Aletris pedicellata?
Eastern and Central North America
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:527504-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.