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Orphium

Orphium is a plant genus in the Gentian family (Gentianaceae), endemic to South Africa. The genus contains a single accepted species. Orphium has the habit of an erect subshrub, virgately branched, more or less pubescent, with branches leafy to the apex. The leaves are opposite, sessile and rather crowded. They are fairly thick, slightly leathery and bluntly linear to narrowly cuneate Some of the flowers may be solitary, while some are borne in inflorescences in the form of lax cymes, borne terminally or in the axils of upper leaves. The fruit is a capsule that splits septicidally.

Scientific classification

Genus

Orphium (Orphium)

Family

Gentian

Order

Gentians, dogbanes, madders, and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

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Species

Sea rose

Care Guide for Orphium

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Propagation: Propagation of orphium involves seed sowing or cuttings, requiring light, 15-20°C temperatures, and well-draining soil. High humidity is essential for cuttings, and seeds should be lightly buried. Cuttings need specific steps, including using rooting hormone and creating a humid environment until roots form.

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