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Satyrium coriifolium

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Satyrium coriifolium is a species of orchid endemic to the Cape Provinces.[2] It is commonly known as the orange satyre or Ewwa-trewwa in Afrikaans.

Description

Satyrium coriifolium is brightly coloured, with yellow or orange-red flowers. It is a perennial plant. It flowers from August to November. The flowers are non-resupinate.[2]

Distribution

Satyrium coriifolium is found in the Cape Floristic Region of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape.[1]

Ecology

Its bright flowers attract sunbirds, which feed on the nectar and pollinate the flowers.[2]

Conservation status

Satyrium coriifolium is classified as Least Concern.[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c "SANBI Red List of South African Plants". South African National Biodiversity Institute Threatened Species Programme. Retrieved 2022-04-19.
  2. ^ a b c "Satyrium coriifolium | PlantZAfrica". pza.sanbi.org. Retrieved 2022-04-19.
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Satyrium coriifolium: Brief Summary

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Satyrium coriifolium is a species of orchid endemic to the Cape Provinces. It is commonly known as the orange satyre or Ewwa-trewwa in Afrikaans.

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