Astelia chathamica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chathamica
ID:
639217
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Skottsb.) L.B.Moore
Source:
wcs
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 4: 228 (1966)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638549
Common Names
- Chatham Astelia
- Chatham False Astelia
- Chatham Wild Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astelia chathamica (also called Chatham Island Astelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteliaceae family. It is native to New Zealand. It is found in alpine and subalpine grasslands and shrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia chathamica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astelia chathamica is white and has a long, tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two, lobed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astelia chathamica is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It is easily propagated by division of the rhizomes in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is drought tolerant once established and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Astelia chathamica
Astelia chathamica can be found in the alpine regions of New Zealand.
Astelia chathamica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia chathamica?
Astelia chathamica
What is the common name of Astelia chathamica?
Chatham Island Silver Spear
What type of plant is Astelia chathamica?
Herbaceous Perennial
Species in the Astelia genus
Astelia alpina, Astelia argyrocoma, Astelia australiana, Astelia banksii, Astelia chathamica, Astelia fragrans, Astelia graminea, Astelia grandis, Astelia hastata, Astelia hemichrysa, Astelia linearis, Astelia menziesiana, Astelia microsperma, Astelia montana, Astelia nadeaudii, Astelia neocaledonica, Astelia nervosa, Astelia nivicola, Astelia papuana, Astelia petriei, Astelia psychrocharis, Astelia pumila, Astelia rapensis, Astelia skottsbergii, Astelia solandri, Astelia spicata, Astelia subulata, Astelia tovii, Astelia trinervia, Astelia waialealia, Astelia samoense,
Species in the Asteliaceae family
Astelia alpina, Astelia argyrocoma, Astelia australiana, Astelia banksii, Astelia chathamica, Astelia fragrans, Astelia graminea, Astelia grandis, Astelia hastata, Astelia hemichrysa, Astelia linearis, Astelia menziesiana, Astelia microsperma, Astelia montana, Astelia nadeaudii, Astelia neocaledonica, Astelia nervosa, Astelia nivicola, Astelia papuana, Astelia petriei, Astelia psychrocharis, Astelia pumila, Astelia rapensis, Astelia skottsbergii, Astelia solandri, Astelia spicata, Astelia subulata, Astelia tovii, Astelia trinervia, Astelia waialealia, Astelia samoense, Milligania lindoniana, Milligania stylosa, Milligania longifolia, Milligania densiflora, Milligania johnstonii, Neoastelia spectabilis,
References
Carl Skottsberg (1880-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Skottsb.' in the authors string.
Lucy Beatrice Moore (1906-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.B.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531609-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.