Description
Aletris farinosa is a perennial herb spreading by means of underground rhizomes and forming rosettes of leaves.
Aletris farinosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in).It is hardy to zone (UK) 7. It is in flower from May to August. The flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs)Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil.
Suitable pH: acid soils and can grow in very acid soils.It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | unicorn root, crow-corn, white colic-root or white stargrass |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 0.6 m (2ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in) |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | May-Aug |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Aletris farinosa care
Grassy or sandy woodlands, in dry or moist peats, sands and gravels, especially on the seashore.
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | -10 and -15c200. |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertizer |
Aletris farinosa special feature
The tough, fibrous bark if the stalks of Black Indian Hemp was employed by the Indians as a substitute for hemp in making twine, fishing nets, etc.
Aletris farinosa uses
Medicinal Use:
- Used for gynaecological disorders or female complaints
- used in the treatment of diarrhoea, rheumatism and jaundice
- A tea of the leaves has been used in the treatment of colic, stomach disorders, dysentery and bloody dysentery
Culinary Use:
- Leaves are used to make tea