Status:
valid
Authors:
Forman
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 16: 209 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000338034
Common Names
- Aetheolirion stenolobium
- Stenolobium Aetheolirion
- Aetheolirion
Description
Aetheolirion stenolobium (also called African Onion, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Aetheolirion stenolobium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aetheolirion stenolobium has small white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have small, thin leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aetheolirion stenolobium is a species of flowering plant in the Liliaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It prefers full sun and moist soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Aetheolirion stenolobium
Aetheolirion stenolobium is native to Central and South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Aetheolirion stenolobium FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Aetheolirion stenolobium?
Aetheolirion stenolobium is native to Brazil and is found in tropical rainforests.
What type of soil is best for Aetheolirion stenolobium?
Aetheolirion stenolobium prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
How often should Aetheolirion stenolobium be watered?
Aetheolirion stenolobium should be watered once every two weeks.
Species in the Aetheolirion genus
Species in the Commelinaceae family
Aetheolirion stenolobium,
Amischotolype glabrata,
Amischotolype gracilis,
Amischotolype griffithii,
Amischotolype hispida,
Amischotolype hookeri,
Amischotolype irritans,
Amischotolype laxiflora,
Amischotolype marginata,
Amischotolype mollissima,
Amischotolype monosperma,
Amischotolype sphagnorrhiza,
Amischotolype tenuis,
Amischotolype barbarossa,
Amischotolype divaricata,
Amischotolype dolichandra,
Amischotolype hirsuta,
Amischotolype leiocarpa,
Amischotolype lobata,
Amischotolype parvifructa,
Amischotolype pedicellata,
Amischotolype rostrata,
Amischotolype strigosa,
Amischotolype welzeniana,
Aneilema acuminatum,
Aneilema aequinoctiale,
Aneilema alatum,
Aneilema angolense,
Aneilema aparine,
Aneilema arenicola,
Aneilema benadirense,
Aneilema beniniense,
Aneilema biflorum,
Aneilema brasiliense,
Aneilema brenanianum,
Aneilema brunneospermum,
Aneilema calceolus,
Aneilema chrysopogon,
Aneilema clarkei,
Aneilema dispermum,
Aneilema dregeanum,
Aneilema forskaolii,
Aneilema gillettii,
Aneilema grandibracteolatum,
Aneilema hirtum,
Aneilema hockii,
Aneilema homblei,
Aneilema indehiscens,
Aneilema johnstonii,
Aneilema lamuense,