Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
1251431

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spruce ex Gilg) de Roon & S.Dressler

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 248 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250769

Common Names

  • Sarcopera
  • Aurantiaca Sarcopera
  • Orange Sarcopera

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Description

Sarcopera aurantiaca (also called Orange Spleenwort, among many other common names) is a fern species native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcopera aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarcopera aurantiaca is a small, yellow or white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcopera aurantiaca is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Sarcopera aurantiaca

Sarcopera aurantiaca can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sarcopera aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcopera aurantiaca?

Sarcopera aurantiaca

What is the common name of Sarcopera aurantiaca?

Orange Sarcopera

What is the natural habitat of Sarcopera aurantiaca?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Marcgraviaceae family

Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,

References

Richard Spruce (1817-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruce' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
Adrianus Cornelis de Roon (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Roon' in the authors string.
Stefan Dressler (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Dressler' in the authors string.