Astelia nivicola - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nivicola
ID:
639440
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cockayne ex Cheeseman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Man. New Zealand Fl. , ed. 2: 319 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638772
Common Names
- Snow Astelia
- Snow Astelia
- Snow Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Astelia nivicola (also called Snow Astelia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in alpine and subalpine habitats. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia nivicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife to gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Astelia nivicola var. nivicolaAstelia nivicola var. moriceae L.B.Moore
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astelia nivicola is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, brown, flattened disc, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astelia nivicola is a small shrub that can grow up to 2 meters in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy, well-drained mix.
Where to Find Astelia nivicola
Astelia nivicola is native to New Zealand and can be found in temperate climates.
Astelia nivicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia nivicola?
Astelia nivicola
What is the common name of Astelia nivicola?
Snow Grass
What is the natural habitat of Astelia nivicola?
Subalpine grasslands and shrublands
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
Leonard Cockayne (1855-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cockayne' in the authors string.
Thomas Frederic Cheeseman (1846-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheeseman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531637-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.