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Description
Sebaea Aurea, also known as Golden Sebaea, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the family Gentianaceae. It is native to South Africa and can grow up to 20cm in height. The plant produces small, golden-yellow tubular flowers that bloom from summer to autumn.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukarya |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Tracheophyta |
| Class: | Magnoliopsida |
| Order: | Gentianales |
| Family: | Gentianaceae |
| Genus: | Sebaea |
| Species: | Sebaea Aurea |
Appearance
The Sebaea Aurea has a compact habit and a mound of green foliage that forms a mat at the base of the plant. The leaves are small, lance-shaped, and arranged in opposite pairs. The plant produces numerous small, trumpet-shaped flowers that are golden-yellow in color and appear in clusters at the end of the stems. The flowers have five petals that are fused at the base and form a tube that is around 1cm long.
Care Guide
Sebaea Aurea is a relatively easy plant to care for. It prefers well-draining soil and a spot with full sun to partial shade. Here is a detailed care guide:Water: Water the plant regularly during the growing season, but avoid over-watering as this can cause root rot.Fertilization: Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.Soil: The plant prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.Sunlight: Sebaea Aurea prefers full sun to partial shade.Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy to zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Sebaea Aurea is generally a healthy plant and is not prone to many pests or diseases. However, it can be susceptible to root rot if over-watered.
Habitat
Sebaea Aurea is native to South Africa and grows in rocky areas.
Question and Answer
Q: What is the best time to plant Sebaea Aurea?
A: The best time to plant Sebaea Aurea is in spring.Q: How often should I fertilize Sebaea Aurea?
A: Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season.Q: Can Sebaea Aurea grow in partial shade?
A: Yes, Sebaea Aurea can grow in partial shade.Q: What is the hardiness zone for Sebaea Aurea?
A: Sebaea Aurea is hardy to zones 9-11.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Sebaea Aurea:- Sebaea Exacoides- Sebaea Incana- Sebaea Thunbergii
References
– “Sebaea Aurea.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c429.- “Sebaea Aurea.” PlantZAfrica, www.plantzafrica.com/plantqrs/sebaeaaurea.htm.
