Also known as Orange Fameflower
Talinum aurantiacum, the Orange Flameflower, is a succulent perennial known for its vibrant orange, star-shaped flowers and fleshy leaves, ideal for dry, sunny gardens.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade.
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Allow soil to dry between waterings.
50% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
75% intensity
Ideal range is 18-25°C during the growing season; tolerates cooler temperatures in winter.
Feed during growing season.
25% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength monthly.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Talinum aurantiacum thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch, typically every 1-2 weeks during the growing season. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering significantly in winter, as the plant becomes dormant. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Prune Talinum aurantiacum to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems at any time of year. Pinch back the tips of young stems to promote branching.
Pruning can also be done after flowering to tidy up the plant.
Propagate Talinum aurantiacum from seeds sown in spring or from stem cuttings. Seeds can be sown in well-draining potting mix and kept lightly moist.
Stem cuttings, about 5-10 cm long, can be taken, allowed to callus for a day or two, and then planted in a similar mix.
Repot Talinum aurantiacum every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one, with good drainage. Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
Use a well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Orange Flameflower (Talinum aurantiacum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Talinaceae |
| Genus | Talinum |
| Species | Talinum aurantiacum |
Similar in genus Talinum
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