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Orange Satyre
Satyrium coriifolium
Tolerances & suitability
Social features
Habitats
Aspect
Plant types
Flowering
- orange
- yellow
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.
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.
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.
Distribution
Satyrium coriifolium is found in the Cape Floristic Region of the Western Cape and Eastern Cape.
Ecology
Its bright flowers attract sunbirds, which feed on the nectar and pollinate the flowers.
Conservation status
Satyrium coriifolium is classified as Least Concern.
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