Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
497807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiehler

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Gesneriana 1: 90 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497139



Common Names

  • Smithiantha aurantiaca
  • Aurantiaca Smithiantha
  • Smithiantha aurantiaca Plant


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Description

Smithiantha aurantiaca (also called Orange smithiantha, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is commonly found in moist and wet habitats such as riverbanks, marshes, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Smithiantha aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smithiantha aurantiaca is a bright orange, tubular bloom with yellow stripes. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smithiantha aurantiaca is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or division of the offsets. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Smithiantha aurantiaca

Smithiantha aurantiaca is native to Central and South America.

Smithiantha aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smithiantha aurantiaca?

Smithiantha aurantiaca

What is the common name of Smithiantha aurantiaca?

Orange smithiantha

What is the natural habitat of Smithiantha aurantiaca?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,