Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Species:
aurea
ID:
1252551

Status:
valid

Authors:
House

Source:
tro

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Muhlenbergia 5: 68. 1909

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251889



Common Names

  • Golden Operculina
  • Golden Operculin
  • Aurea Operculina


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Description

Operculina aurea (also called operculina, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a dense, upright habit with numerous stems and its leaves are oblong-lanceolate in shape. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in areas with high humidity and temperatures ranging from 20-30°C.

Uses & Benefits

Operculina aurea is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Operculina aurea has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Operculina aurea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2m in height. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is tolerant of light frosts. Propagate from cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Operculina aurea

Operculina aurea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Operculina aurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Operculina aurea?

Operculina aurea

What are the common names of Operculina aurea?

Golden Operculina

What is the natural habitat of Operculina aurea?

Operculina aurea is native to South America and is found in moist and shady areas

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

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