Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
aurantium
ID:
1293565

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) Druce

Source:
tro

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Rep. Bot. Soc. Exch. Club Brit. Isles 1916: 639 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001292903



Common Names

  • Pharnaceum aurantium
  • Aurantium Pharnaceum
  • Pharnaceum


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Description

Pharnaceum aurantium (also called Orange Pharnaceum, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in coastal regions and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pharnaceum aurantium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pharnaceum aurantium is small and white, with five petals and a yellow centre. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pharnaceum aurantium is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Pharnaceum aurantium will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Pharnaceum aurantium

Pharnaceum aurantium can be found in South Africa.

Pharnaceum aurantium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pharnaceum aurantium?

Pharnaceum aurantium

What is the common name of Pharnaceum aurantium?

Aurantium Pharnaceum

Where is Pharnaceum aurantium native to?

South Africa

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-700240: Based on the initial data import
George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.