Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax
Source:
wcs
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 15a: 415 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000767070
Common Names
- Eucrosia aurantiaca
- Orange Eucrosia
- Orange Torch Lily
Description
Eucrosia aurantiaca (also called Orange Eucrosia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with a single stem and a terminal rosette of lance-shaped leaves. It is native to South America and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. It is found in a variety of habitats, including moist forests, grasslands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Eucrosia aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eucrosia aurantiaca is a star-shaped, orange-yellow flower with white markings. The seed is a small, black, shiny nut. The seedlings are small, with two rounded cotyledons and two long, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eucrosia aurantiaca is a bulbous perennial that is native to South Africa. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the bulbs. The bulbs should be planted in the fall and will bloom the following summer.
Where to Find Eucrosia aurantiaca
Eucrosia aurantiaca is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Eucrosia aurantiaca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eucrosia aurantiaca?
Eucrosia aurantiaca
What is the common name of Eucrosia aurantiaca?
Orange Eucrosia
Where is Eucrosia aurantiaca found?
South America
Species in the Eucrosia genus
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
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Acis ionica,
Agapanthus africanus,
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Agapanthus caulescens,
Agapanthus coddii,
Agapanthus inapertus,
Agapanthus praecox,
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Allium abramsii,
Allium acidoides,
Allium aciphyllum,
Allium acuminatum,
Allium acutiflorum,
Allium aegilicum,
Allium affine,
Allium afghanicum,
Allium aflatunense,
Allium agrigentinum,
Allium akaka,
Allium alabasicum,
Allium alaicum,
Allium albiflorum,
Allium albotunicatum,
Allium albovianum,
Allium alexandrae,
Allium alexeianum,
Allium alibile,
Allium alpinarii,
Allium altaicum,
Allium altissimum,
Allium altyncolicum,
Allium amethystinum,
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Allium anatolicum,
Allium anceps,
Allium angulosum,
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