Status:
valid
Authors:
Peralta
Source:
cmp
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Gayana, Bot. 52(1): 45 (1995).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607129
Common Names
- Cistanthe arancioana
- Arancioana Cistanthe
- Arancioana Rock Purslane
Description
Cistanthe arancioana (also called Rou Cong Rong, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is found in the deserts and semi-deserts of this region and grows in sandy or stony soils. It has a thick, woody stem and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cistanthe arancioana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cistanthe arancioana is a yellowish-white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, thin, and pale green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cistanthe arancioana is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is best propagated by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Cistanthe arancioana
Cistanthe arancioana is found in Chile and Argentina.
Cistanthe arancioana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cistanthe arancioana?
Cistanthe arancioana
What are the common names of Cistanthe arancioana?
Orange Rock Purslane
What are the characteristics of Cistanthe arancioana?
It is a low-growing, mat-forming, evergreen perennial with small, spoon-shaped, grey-green leaves and small, bright orange flowers in summer
Species in the Cistanthe genus
Cistanthe cachinalensis,
Cistanthe chrysantha,
Cistanthe lamprosperma,
Cistanthe laxiflora,
Cistanthe thyrsoidea,
Cistanthe amarantoides,
Cistanthe ambigua,
Cistanthe arancioana,
Cistanthe arenaria,
Cistanthe cabrerae,
Cistanthe calycina,
Cistanthe celosioides,
Cistanthe cephalophora,
Cistanthe coquimbensis,
Cistanthe cymosa,
Cistanthe densiflora,
Cistanthe fenzlii,
Cistanthe grandiflora,
Cistanthe guadalupensis,
Cistanthe humilis,
Cistanthe lingulata,
Cistanthe longiscapa,
Cistanthe maritima,
Cistanthe minuscula,
Cistanthe monandra,
Cistanthe monosperma,
Cistanthe paniculata,
Cistanthe parryi,
Cistanthe picta,
Cistanthe pulchella,
Cistanthe pygmaea,
Cistanthe quadripetala,
Cistanthe rosea,
Cistanthe salsoloides,
Cistanthe stricta,
Cistanthe tovarii,
Cistanthe umbellata,
Cistanthe weberbaueri,
Species in the Montiaceae family
Calandrinia crispisepala,
Calandrinia kalanniensis,
Calandrinia translucens,
Calandrinia acaulis,
Calandrinia acuminata,
Calandrinia aegialitis,
Calandrinia affinis,
Calandrinia alba,
Calandrinia arenicola,
Calandrinia argentea,
Calandrinia balonensis,
Calandrinia bandurriae,
Calandrinia biflora,
Calandrinia bracteosa,
Calandrinia brevipedata,
Calandrinia breweri,
Calandrinia caesia,
Calandrinia caespitosa,
Calandrinia calycotricha,
Calandrinia calyptrata,
Calandrinia carolinii,
Calandrinia ciliata,
Calandrinia colchaguensis,
Calandrinia compacta,
Calandrinia composita,
Calandrinia compressa,
Calandrinia conferta,
Calandrinia corrigioloides,
Calandrinia corymbosa,
Calandrinia crassifolia,
Calandrinia creethae,
Calandrinia cygnorum,
Calandrinia cylindrica,
Calandrinia depressa,
Calandrinia dielsii,
Calandrinia dipetala,
Calandrinia disperma,
Calandrinia eremaea,
Calandrinia filifolia,
Calandrinia galapagosa,
Calandrinia glaucopurpurea,
Calandrinia gracilis,
Calandrinia graminifolia,
Calandrinia granulifera,
Calandrinia heterophylla,
Calandrinia hirtella,
Calandrinia involucrata,
Calandrinia lancifolia,
Calandrinia lehmannii,
Calandrinia leucopogon,