Astelia nadeaudii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nadeaudii
ID:
639398
Status:
valid
Authors:
Drake
Source:
wcs
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Ins. Pacif. : 319 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638730
Common Names
- Nadeaud's Astelia
- Nadeaud Astelia
- Nadeauds Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astelia nadeaudii (also called Nadeaud's Silver Spear, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia nadeaudii is a shrub that is native to Australia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers attract birds and insects. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant, and its leaves can be used in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astelia nadeaudii are white and bell-shaped, with a long, curved style. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
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Astelia nadeaudii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained seed-raising mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, disease-free plants and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Astelia nadeaudii
Astelia nadeaudii can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Astelia nadeaudii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia nadeaudii?
Astelia nadeaudii
What is the common name of Astelia nadeaudii?
Nadeaud's Astelia
What is the natural habitat of Astelia nadeaudii?
Montane and subalpine scrub and grassland
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
Emmanuel Drake del Castillo (1855-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drake' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531632-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.