Aristea nigrescens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.C.Manning & Goldblatt
Source:
iplants
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 37: 189 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834998
Common Names
- Aristea nigrescens
- Black Aristea
- Black Star-of-Bethlehem
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aristea nigrescens (also called Black Aristea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Aristea nigrescens is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and homes for its beautiful foliage. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aristea nigrescens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aristea nigrescens is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.
Where to Find Aristea nigrescens
Aristea nigrescens can be found in South Africa.
Aristea nigrescens FAQ
What is the average height of Aristea nigrescens?
Aristea nigrescens typically grows to a height of about 1 to 2 meters.
What type of soil does Aristea nigrescens prefer?
Aristea nigrescens prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
What is the optimal temperature for Aristea nigrescens?
Aristea nigrescens prefers temperatures between 60 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
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-372187: Based on the initial data import
Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.