Nolina georgiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
georgiana
ID:
699410
Status:
valid
Authors:
Michx.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 208 (1803)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000698743
Common Names
- Georgia Beargrass
- Georgia Nolina
- Georgia Beargrass Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Phalangium virgatum Poir. [unknown]
Description
Nolina georgiana (also called Georgia Bear Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 80 cm tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in grassy and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Nolina georgiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomachache, and dysentery.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nolina georgiana has white, bell-shaped flowers with six petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nolina georgiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is best to start seeds indoors in late winter or early spring. Divide plants in early spring or late summer.
Where to Find Nolina georgiana
Nolina georgiana can be found in the southwestern United States, including Arizona, California, and New Mexico.
Nolina georgiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nolina georgiana?
Nolina georgiana
What is the common name of Nolina georgiana?
Bear grass
Where is Nolina georgiana native to?
Southwestern United States and Mexico
Species in the Nolina genus
Nolina beldingii, Nolina bigelovii, Nolina cismontana, Nolina atopocarpa, Nolina lindheimeriana, Nolina juncea, Nolina erumpens, Nolina interrata, Nolina humilis, Nolina georgiana, Nolina durangensis, Nolina cespitifera, Nolina brittoniana, Nolina texana, Nolina watsonii, Nolina rigida, Nolina micrantha, Nolina matapensis, Nolina microcarpa, Nolina nelsonii, Nolina palmeri, Nolina parryi, Nolina parviflora, Nolina pumila, Nolina arenicola, Nolina greenei, Nolina azureogladiata, Nolina hibernica, Nolina excelsa, Nolina pollyjeanneae,
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-282163: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.