Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
571551

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1923: 360 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570883

Common Names

  • Actephila aurantiaca
  • Orange Actephila
  • Actephila
  • Orange Actephila

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Description

Actephila aurantiaca (also called Orange Actephila, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas. It has leathery, dark green leaves and orange flowers with yellow centers.

Uses & Benefits

Actephila aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance landscape. The plant has a long flowering season and produces bright orange flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Actephila aurantiaca has small, orange flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Actephila aurantiaca is a shrub native to South Africa. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Actephila aurantiaca

Actephila aurantiaca can be found in the wild in India.

Actephila aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Actephila aurantiaca?

Actephila aurantiaca

What is the common name of Actephila aurantiaca?

Orange Actephila

What is the natural habitat of Actephila aurantiaca?

Dry grassland, rocky slopes and scrubland

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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