Aristea elliptica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Goldblatt & A.P.Dold
Source:
iplants
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 35: 3 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000791434
Common Names
- Elliptica Aristea
- Elliptica Blue Star
- Elliptica Star
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aristea elliptica (also called 'Elliptic aristea', among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant native to South Africa. It has a creeping habit and its leaves are ovate to elliptic, with a pointed tip and a glossy texture. It prefers humid, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aristea elliptica is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and lush, glossy foliage. It can also be used as a cut flower in floral arrangements. The plant is also known for its air-purifying properties, as it helps to remove toxins from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aristea elliptica is a small, yellow-green spathe with a white spadix. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, elliptic leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aristea elliptica is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil. To propagate, take stem cuttings and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.
Where to Find Aristea elliptica
Aristea elliptica is native to the Caribbean islands, specifically Jamaica and Hispaniola.
Aristea elliptica FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Aristea elliptica?
The ideal temperature for Aristea elliptica is between 18-25°C (64-77°F).
What is the ideal light for Aristea elliptica?
Aristea elliptica prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the ideal humidity for Aristea elliptica?
Aristea elliptica prefers high humidity levels of around 60-80%.
Species in the Aristea genus
Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola, Aristea schizolaena, Aristea simplex, Aristea singularis, Aristea spiralis, Aristea teretifolia,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-330006: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Anthony Patrick Dold (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.P.Dold' in the authors string.