Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Liliales
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
736138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 79: t. 4716 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000735471



Common Names

  • Orange Sandersonia
  • Orange Lily
  • Sandersonia aurantiaca


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Description

Sandersonia aurantiaca (also called the Christmas Bells, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to South Africa. It is an evergreen perennial with long, narrow leaves and bell-shaped, orange flowers. It is found in rocky, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sandersonia aurantiaca is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sandersonia aurantiaca has orange, bell-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers have five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sandersonia aurantiaca is a small, perennial bulb that can be propagated by seed or division. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate light shade and dry conditions. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Sandersonia aurantiaca

Sandersonia aurantiaca is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal provinces.

Sandersonia aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sandersonia aurantiaca?

Sandersonia aurantiaca

What is the natural habitat of Sandersonia aurantiaca?

Grassy woodlands and open forests

What is the flowering period of Sandersonia aurantiaca?

Spring and summer

Species in the Sandersonia genus

Species in the Colchicaceae family

Baeometra uniflora, Baeometra uniflora, Burchardia bairdiae, Burchardia congesta, Burchardia monantha, Burchardia multiflora, Burchardia rosea, Burchardia umbellata, Camptorrhiza indica, Camptorrhiza strumosa, Colchicum alpinum, Colchicum antilibanoticum, Colchicum arenarium, Colchicum arenasii, Colchicum asteranthum, Colchicum atticum, Colchicum autumnale, Colchicum balansae, Colchicum baytopiorum, Colchicum bivonae, Colchicum boissieri, Colchicum bulbocodium, Colchicum burttii, Colchicum chalcedonicum, Colchicum chimonanthum, Colchicum cilicicum, Colchicum confusum, Colchicum corsicum, Colchicum cretense, Colchicum crocifolium, Colchicum cupanii, Colchicum davisii, Colchicum decaisnei, Colchicum doerfleri, Colchicum dolichantherum, Colchicum eichleri, Colchicum euboeum, Colchicum fasciculare, Colchicum feinbruniae, Colchicum filifolium, Colchicum freynii, Colchicum gonarei, Colchicum graecum, Colchicum haynaldii, Colchicum heldreichii, Colchicum hierosolymitanum, Colchicum hirsutum, Colchicum hungaricum, Colchicum imperatoris-friderici, Colchicum inundatum,

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