Astelia pumila - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pumila
ID:
639519
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.R.Forst.) Gaudich.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris) 5: 101 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000638851
Common Names
- Astelia pumila
- Silver Spear
- Mountain Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Astelia australis Skottsb. [unknown]
- Melanthium pumilum G.Forst. [unknown]
- Anthericum trifarium Sol. ex Skottsb. [unknown]
- Astelia pumila R.Br. [unknown]
Description
Astelia pumila (also called the Pumila Astelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to New Guinea. It has a single, long, thin, curved stem with three longitudinal ridges and two to three leaves. It is found in wet tropical forests, often near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Astelia pumila are white or pink, with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astelia pumila is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings, which should be taken in early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds can also be used for propagation, but they may take longer to germinate.
Where to Find Astelia pumila
Astelia pumila can be found in New Zealand and Australia.
Astelia pumila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia pumila?
Astelia pumila
What is the common name of Astelia pumila?
Dwarf Astelia
What is the natural habitat of Astelia pumila?
Mountainous regions of New Zealand
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
Charles Gaudichaud-Beaupré (1789-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaudich.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531645-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.