Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
418373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Senghas

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Orchideenfr. 10: 258 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417705

Common Names

  • Fernandezia aurantiaca
  • Aurantiaca Fernandezia
  • Fernandezia

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Description

Fernandezia aurantiaca (also called Aurantiaca, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, ovate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Fernandezia aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatic pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fernandezia aurantiaca are small, yellow and solitary. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fernandezia aurantiaca is an evergreen shrub that prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained seedling mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted into individual pots when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Fernandezia aurantiaca

Fernandezia aurantiaca is native to Chile and Argentina.

Fernandezia aurantiaca FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Fernandezia aurantiaca?

Fernandezia aurantiaca prefers temperatures between 18-22°C.

What type of soil does Fernandezia aurantiaca need?

Fernandezia aurantiaca prefers a soil with good drainage and a pH between 6.5 and 7.5.

How much light does Fernandezia aurantiaca need?

Fernandezia aurantiaca prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Fernandezia genus

Fernandezia aurantiaca, Fernandezia falcifolia, Fernandezia gracillima, Fernandezia hagsateri, Fernandezia hispidula, Fernandezia lycopodioides, Fernandezia mexicana, Fernandezia capitata, Fernandezia bryophyta, Fernandezia cuencae, Fernandezia crystallina, Fernandezia cardenasii, Fernandezia costaricensis, Fernandezia bucarasicae, Fernandezia tenuis, Fernandezia theodorii, Fernandezia tortuosa, Fernandezia cyrtophylla, Fernandezia vaginata, Fernandezia breviconnata, Fernandezia pastii, Fernandezia pectinata, Fernandezia peperomioides, Fernandezia tajacayaensis, Fernandezia debedoutii, Fernandezia stuebelii, Fernandezia squarrosa, Fernandezia serra, Fernandezia pseudodichaea, Fernandezia favosifolia, Fernandezia piesikii, Fernandezia distichoides, Fernandezia ecallosa, Fernandezia micrangis, Fernandezia micrantha, Fernandezia minus, Fernandezia nubivaga, Fernandezia parvifolia, Fernandezia dalstroemii, Fernandezia ecuadorensis, Fernandezia denticulata, Fernandezia hartwegii, Fernandezia ionanthera, Fernandezia lanceolata, Fernandezia maculata, Fernandezia myrtillus, Fernandezia nigrosignata, Fernandezia sanguinea, Fernandezia subbiflora, Fernandezia tica,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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