Hastingsia atropurpurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atropurpurea
ID:
649256
Status:
valid
Authors:
Becking
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Madroño 33: 175 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000648588
Common Names
- Atropurpurea Hastingsia
- Purple Star Lily
- Purple Star Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hastingsia atropurpurea (also called Purple Hastingsia, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized perennial herb that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands. It prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Hastingsia atropurpurea is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used for making furniture, woodworking, and carving.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hastingsia atropurpurea are purple and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hastingsia atropurpurea is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach a height of 1-2 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in seedbeds and transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The shrub prefers full sun and partial shade and is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Hastingsia atropurpurea
Hastingsia atropurpurea is found in California, USA.
Hastingsia atropurpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hastingsia atropurpurea?
Hastingsia atropurpurea
What is the common name of Hastingsia atropurpurea?
Purple Star Grass
What is the natural habitat of Hastingsia atropurpurea?
It is found in wet meadows, wet prairies, and wet savannas of the southeastern United States
Species in the Hastingsia genus
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-276945: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Willem Becking (1922-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becking' in the authors string.