Drimia arenicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
766738
Status:
valid
Authors:
(B.Nord.) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 9: 711 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000766071
Common Names
- Arenicola Drimia
- Arenicola Star Lily
- Arenicola White Lily
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Drimia arenicola (also called Sandy Drimia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asparagaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is commonly found in moist forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Drimia arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used to reduce noise pollution and improve air quality. It can also be used for medicinal purposes such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Drimia arenicola has white flowers with yellowish-green lips. Its seeds are round and black and its seedlings are small with two to four leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Drimia arenicola is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 1 m tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through division of the plant or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated.
Where to Find Drimia arenicola
Drimia arenicola is native to tropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and India.
Drimia arenicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Drimia arenicola?
Drimia arenicola
What is the common name of Drimia arenicola?
Sand Drimia
What is the natural habitat of Drimia arenicola?
Tropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Drimia genus
Drimia albiflora, Drimia altissima, Drimia anomala, Drimia arenicola, Drimia brachystachys, Drimia calcarata, Drimia capensis, Drimia ciliata, Drimia congesta, Drimia convallarioides, Drimia cyanelloides, Drimia delagoensis, Drimia dregei, Drimia elata, Drimia exigua, Drimia exuviata, Drimia fasciata, Drimia fragrans, Drimia fugax, Drimia glaucescens, Drimia haworthioides, Drimia hesperantha, Drimia hockii, Drimia hyacinthoides, Drimia indica, Drimia intricata, Drimia involuta, Drimia karooica, Drimia kniphofioides, Drimia laxiflora, Drimia ledermannii, Drimia macrantha, Drimia macrocentra, Drimia maritima, Drimia multifolia, Drimia multisetosa, Drimia nagarjunae, Drimia namibensis, Drimia nana, Drimia noctiflora, Drimia ollivieri, Drimia platyphylla, Drimia polyantha, Drimia porphyrantha, Drimia razii, Drimia rupicola, Drimia salteri, Drimia sanguinea, Drimia sclerophylla, Drimia secunda,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-304949: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Bertil Nordenstam (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Nord.' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.