Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borealis
ID:
764399

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) Raf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Atlantic J. 1: 120 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763732

Common Names

  • Bluebead Lily
  • Northern Clintonia
  • Yellow Clintonia

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Description

Clintonia borealis (also called Bluebead Lily, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has long, thin leaves and small blue flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Clintonia borealis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make a herbal tea that is said to have many health benefits, including improving digestion, relieving stress, and boosting the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clintonia borealis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clintonia borealis is an easy to cultivate and propagate perennial plant. It can be grown from seed or from divisions. It prefers a shady location and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept dry during the winter. It can be propagated by dividing the divisions or by seed.

Where to Find Clintonia borealis

Clintonia borealis is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Clintonia borealis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clintonia borealis?

Clintonia borealis

What are the common names of Clintonia borealis?

Common names include Clintonia, Bluebead Lily, and Northern Clintonia.

What are the care requirements for Clintonia borealis?

Clintonia borealis requires bright, indirect light and regular watering. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Species in the Liliaceae family

Amana edulis, Amana erythronioides, Amana kuocangshanica, Amana anhuiensis, Amana wanzhensis, Calochortus albus, Calochortus amabilis, Calochortus ambiguus, Calochortus amoenus, Calochortus apiculatus, Calochortus argillosus, Calochortus aureus, Calochortus balsensis, Calochortus barbatus, Calochortus bruneaunis, Calochortus coeruleus, Calochortus catalinae, Calochortus cernuus, Calochortus clavatus, Calochortus concolor, Calochortus coxii, Calochortus dunnii, Calochortus elegans, Calochortus eurycarpus, Calochortus excavatus, Calochortus exilis, Calochortus fimbriatus, Calochortus flexuosus, Calochortus foliosus, Calochortus fuscus, Calochortus ghiesbreghtii, Calochortus greenei, Calochortus gunnisonii, Calochortus hartwegii, Calochortus howellii, Calochortus indecorus, Calochortus invenustus, Calochortus kennedyi, Calochortus leichtlinii, Calochortus longibarbatus, Calochortus luteus, Calochortus lyallii, Calochortus macrocarpus, Calochortus marcellae, Calochortus minimus, Calochortus monanthus, Calochortus monophyllus, Calochortus nigrescens, Calochortus nitidus, Calochortus nudus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302673: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.