Status:
valid
Authors:
Struwe, S.Nilsson & V.A.Albert
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 13: 38 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284870
Common Names
- Roraimaea aurantiaca
- Orange Roraimaea
- Orange-flowered Roraimaea
Description
Roraimaea aurantiaca (also called Orange Roraima, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has orange flowers and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Roraimaea aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for fuel and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Roraimaea aurantiaca has small, yellow flowers with red centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Roraimaea aurantiaca is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed sowing in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings.
Where to Find Roraimaea aurantiaca
Roraimaea aurantiaca is native to South America. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Roraimaea aurantiaca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Roraimaea aurantiaca?
Roraimaea aurantiaca
What is the common name of Roraimaea aurantiaca?
Orange Roraimaea
What is the natural habitat of Roraimaea aurantiaca?
It is native to South America and is found in moist, shady areas
Species in the Roraimaea genus
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Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,