Aletris foliata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliata
ID:
755981
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maxim.) Bureau & Franch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 5: 156 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755314
Common Names
- Leafy Star Grass
- Leafy Aletris
- Leafy Colic Root
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Aletris foliata (also called Blazing Star, Colic Root, and Star Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan. It has a short, grass-like leaves and a tall, slender stem. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils in open woods, fields, and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Aletris foliata is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive problems, reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used to treat skin conditions and to reduce stress.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aletris foliata are small and white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
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Aletris foliata is a perennial herb that grows in moist, sandy soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Aletris foliata
Aletris foliata is native to India.
Aletris foliata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris foliata?
Aletris foliata
What are the common names of Aletris foliata?
Colicroot, Star Grass, Blazing Star
What is the native range of Aletris foliata?
Eastern and Central North America
Species in the Aletris genus
Aletris alpestris, Aletris aurea, Aletris bracteata, Aletris capitata, Aletris cinerascens, Aletris farinosa, Aletris foliata, Aletris foliolosa, Aletris glabra, Aletris glandulifera, Aletris gracilis, Aletris laxiflora, Aletris lutea, Aletris megalantha, Aletris nana, Aletris obovata, Aletris pauciflora, Aletris pedicellata, Aletris scopulorum, Aletris spicata, Aletris stenoloba, Aletris tottenii, Aletris yaanica, Aletris simpliciflora, Aletris foliata,
Species in the Nartheciaceae family
Aletris alpestris, Aletris aurea, Aletris bracteata, Aletris capitata, Aletris cinerascens, Aletris farinosa, Aletris foliata, Aletris foliolosa, Aletris glabra, Aletris glandulifera, Aletris gracilis, Aletris laxiflora, Aletris lutea, Aletris megalantha, Aletris nana, Aletris obovata, Aletris pauciflora, Aletris pedicellata, Aletris scopulorum, Aletris spicata, Aletris stenoloba, Aletris tottenii, Aletris yaanica, Aletris simpliciflora, Aletris foliata, Lophiola aurea, Metanarthecium luteoviride, Narthecium reverchonii, Narthecium scardicum, Narthecium americanum, Narthecium ossifragum, Narthecium montanum, Narthecium asiaticum, Narthecium californicum, Narthecium balansae, Nietneria corymbosa, Nietneria paniculata,
References
Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
Kwanji Nemoto (1860-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nemoto' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:527495-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.