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(Astelia banksii)
Shore Astelia (Astelia banksii)
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Photo by: John Barkla | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: John Barkla | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2020-10-20T10:36:45-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Astelia banksii, commonly known as Shore Astelia, is an evergreen perennial herb native to coastal forests, scrublands, and cliff areas in Northern New Zealand. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) and a width of 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters). This plant features long, arching, silver-green leaves that give it a distinctive, tufted appearance. The foliage can add a unique texture to garden compositions. Shore Astelia produces small, inconspicuous greenish-white flowers, followed by orange-red berries that are attractive to birds.
Shore Astelia is valued for its striking foliage, which can provide a contrasting element in shaded garden areas or be used as a focal point in container plantings. It is well-suited for cultivation in coastal gardens due to its tolerance of salt spray and wind. Gardeners appreciate its low maintenance requirements and its ability to thrive in dappled light conditions. While it prefers moist, well-drained soils, it is somewhat drought-tolerant once established. It is not commonly afflicted by diseases or pests, but it can be sensitive to root rot if overwatered.CC BY-SA 4.0
Shore Astelia is valued for its striking foliage, which can provide a contrasting element in shaded garden areas or be used as a focal point in container plantings. It is well-suited for cultivation in coastal gardens due to its tolerance of salt spray and wind. Gardeners appreciate its low maintenance requirements and its ability to thrive in dappled light conditions. While it prefers moist, well-drained soils, it is somewhat drought-tolerant once established. It is not commonly afflicted by diseases or pests, but it can be sensitive to root rot if overwatered.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 2-3 feet
- Width: 3-4 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: N/A
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade
- Water: High
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bird Garden, Border Plant, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant, Salt Tolerant
Natural Habitat
Coastal forests, scrublands, and cliff areas in Northern New Zealand
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: , Astelia banksii, Astelia latifolia, Astelia richardii, Astelia sericea,
GBIF Accepted Name: Astelia banksii A.Cunn.