Astelia waialealia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
waialealia
ID:
639671
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wawra
Source:
wcs
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Flora 58: 243 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000639003
Common Names
- Astelia waialealia
- Waialealia Astelia
- Waialealia's Astelia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Funckia waiadealae Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Astelia waialealia (also called Waialealia astelia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to Hawaii. It has narrow, leathery, green leaves with three distinct veins and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in open forests, scrubland, and tussock grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Astelia waialealia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas with low foot traffic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Astelia waialealia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, lance-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Astelia waialealia is an evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Propagation is by seed or division.
Where to Find Astelia waialealia
Astelia waialealia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Astelia waialealia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Astelia waialealia?
Astelia waialealia
What is the common name of Astelia waialealia?
Waialealia Astelia
What is the natural habitat of Astelia waialealia?
Tropical rainforests
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
Heinrich Wawra von Fernsee (1831-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wawra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:531661-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.