Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
591957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luteyn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 32: 190 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000591289

Common Names

  • Cavendishia aurantiaca
  • Orange Cavendishia
  • Cavendishia of Orange

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Description

Cavendishia aurantiaca (also called Aurantiaca Cavendishia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub with long, thin, arching leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cavendishia aurantiaca is a species of shrub in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the Andean regions of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Cavendishia aurantiaca flower is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cavendishia aurantiaca is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 3 meters in height. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador and is found in cloud forests and paramos. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Cavendishia aurantiaca

Cavendishia aurantiaca is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Cavendishia aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cavendishia aurantiaca?

Cavendishia aurantiaca

What is the family of Cavendishia aurantiaca?

Ericaceae

What is the common name of Cavendishia aurantiaca?

Aurantiaca

Species in the Cavendishia genus

Cavendishia aberrans, Cavendishia acuminata, Cavendishia adenophora, Cavendishia alata, Cavendishia alaternoides, Cavendishia albopicata, Cavendishia allenii, Cavendishia amoena, Cavendishia amplexa, Cavendishia angustifolia, Cavendishia antioquiensis, Cavendishia arizonensis, Cavendishia atroviolacea, Cavendishia aurantiaca, Cavendishia awa, Cavendishia axillaris, Cavendishia barnebyi, Cavendishia bomareoides, Cavendishia bracteata, Cavendishia callista, Cavendishia calycina, Cavendishia capitulata, Cavendishia caudata, Cavendishia caulialata, Cavendishia chiriquiensis, Cavendishia chlamydantha, Cavendishia chocoensis, Cavendishia ciliata, Cavendishia coccinea, Cavendishia colombiana, Cavendishia compacta, Cavendishia complectens, Cavendishia confertiflora, Cavendishia copeensis, Cavendishia corei, Cavendishia crassifolia, Cavendishia cuatrecasasii, Cavendishia darienensis, Cavendishia davidsei, Cavendishia dendrophila, Cavendishia dependens, Cavendishia divaricata, Cavendishia dulcis, Cavendishia endresii, Cavendishia engleriana, Cavendishia erythrostegia, Cavendishia foreroi, Cavendishia fortunensis, Cavendishia fusiformis, Cavendishia gentryi,

Species in the Ericaceae family