Aletris laxiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
756001
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bureau & Franch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 5: 155 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000755334
Common Names
- Loose-Flowered Star Grass
- Loose-Flowered Aletris
- Loose-Flowered Colic Root
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Allium goulimyi (also called Goulimy's Onion, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllis family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky soils, often in meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Aletris laxiflora is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or as a border plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Aletris laxiflora 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 laxiflora 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 laxiflora
Aletris laxiflora is native to India.
Aletris laxiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aletris laxiflora?
Aletris laxiflora
What is the common name of Aletris laxiflora?
Loose-flowered Star Grass
What is the habitat of Aletris laxiflora?
Dry woods and thickets
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
Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Édouard Bureau (1830-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bureau' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:429549-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.