Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
smilacinoides
ID:
48752

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 83: 76 (78) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000048081

Common Names

  • Smilacin-leaved Asplundianthus
  • Asplundianthus smilacinoides
  • Smilacin-leaved Asplundianthus

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Description

Asplundianthus smilacinoides (also called Asplund's Smilacina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Liliaceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single white flower head. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in meadows, grasslands and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asplundianthus smilacinoides is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asplundianthus smilacinoides is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplundianthus smilacinoides is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a well-drained potting mix. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Asplundianthus smilacinoides

Asplundianthus smilacinoides can be found in the eastern United States and Canada.

Asplundianthus smilacinoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplundianthus smilacinoides?

Asplundianthus smilacinoides

What is the family of Asplundianthus smilacinoides?

Asteraceae

Where is Asplundianthus smilacinoides native to?

Japan

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References