Gasteranthus aurantiacus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurantiacus
ID:
695491
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Freiberg
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 52(2): 203 (2000).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000694824
Common Names
- Gasteranthus Aurantiacus
- Gasteranthus Aurantiacus
- Gasteranthus Aurantiacus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Gasteranthus aurantiacus (also called Orange Gasteranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in evergreen forests, usually in the understory.
Uses & Benefits
Gasteranthus aurantiacus has a variety of non-medical uses, including as a source of timber, firewood, and fuel. It is also used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Gasteranthus aurantiacus has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Gasteranthus aurantiacus is a bulbous perennial that grows up to 8 inches tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the bulbs and separate them into smaller clumps. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep them in a warm, sunny area.
Where to Find Gasteranthus aurantiacus
Gasteranthus aurantiacus is native to Central America and northern South America. It is found in moist, shady forests and can be found in parts of Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Gasteranthus aurantiacus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gasteranthus aurantiacus?
Gasteranthus aurantiacus
What is the common name of Gasteranthus aurantiacus?
Orange Gasteranthus
Where is Gasteranthus aurantiacus found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Species in the Gasteranthus genus
Gasteranthus acropodus, Gasteranthus acuticarinatus, Gasteranthus adenocalyx, Gasteranthus anomalus, Gasteranthus atratus, Gasteranthus atrolimbus, Gasteranthus aurantiacus, Gasteranthus bilsaensis, Gasteranthus calcaratus, Gasteranthus carinatus, Gasteranthus colombianus, Gasteranthus corallinus, Gasteranthus crispus, Gasteranthus delphinioides, Gasteranthus dressleri, Gasteranthus epedunculatus, Gasteranthus extinctus, Gasteranthus glaber, Gasteranthus herbaceus, Gasteranthus imbaburensis, Gasteranthus imbricans, Gasteranthus lateralis, Gasteranthus leopardus, Gasteranthus macrocalyx, Gasteranthus mutabilis, Gasteranthus orientandinus, Gasteranthus osaensis, Gasteranthus otongensis, Gasteranthus pansamalanus, Gasteranthus perennis, Gasteranthus quitensis, Gasteranthus recurvatus, Gasteranthus tenellus, Gasteranthus ternatus, Gasteranthus timidus, Gasteranthus trifoliatus, Gasteranthus villosus, Gasteranthus wendlandianus, Gasteranthus diverticularis,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2817344: Based on the initial data import
Martin Freiberg (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Freiberg' in the authors string.