Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Family:
Species:
lanceolatus
ID:
740529

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aiton) Reveal

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 74: 187 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739862

Common Names

  • Lance-leaved Twisted Stalk
  • Lance-leaved Streptopus
  • Lance-leaved Streptopodium

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Description

Streptopus lanceolatus (also called Twisted Stalk, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has lance-shaped leaves and small, white or pinkish-white flowers. It is found in moist, shady woods and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Streptopus lanceolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Streptopus lanceolatus is a bell-shaped, nodding, white or pinkish-white flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and two opposite, oval-shaped true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptopus lanceolatus is a herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.

Where to Find Streptopus lanceolatus

Streptopus lanceolatus is native to North America and can be found in the states of Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Streptopus lanceolatus FAQ

What are the common names of Streptopus lanceolatus?

Streptopus lanceolatus is commonly known as lance-leaved streptopus.

What is the native range of Streptopus lanceolatus?

Streptopus lanceolatus is native to North America.

What is the growth habit of Streptopus lanceolatus?

Streptopus lanceolatus is a perennial herb.

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-287979: Based on the initial data import
William Aiton (1731-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aiton' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.