Aeschynanthus novogracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novogracilis
ID:
522689
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 13(2): 65. 1975 [18 Apr 1975]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522021
Common Names
- Aeschynanthus novogracilis
- Novogracilis Aeschynanthus
- Chinese Aeschynanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeschynanthus novogracilis (also called Lipstick Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and tubular, bright red flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynanthus novogracilis is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used to add color to a room or to create a tropical atmosphere. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens, as it is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant. The flowers of this plant are also edible and can be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeschynanthus novogracilis has small red flowers, small seeds, and its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeschynanthus novogracilis is an evergreen, epiphytic, perennial climber. It is grown for its attractive, glossy, dark green leaves and its profuse, tubular, red flowers. It can be grown in hanging baskets or as a climber on a trellis. It prefers a bright, warm position with partial shade and a well-drained, humus-rich, moist soil. Propagate from cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Aeschynanthus novogracilis
Aeschynanthus novogracilis can be found in tropical forests in Yunnan, China.
Aeschynanthus novogracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus novogracilis?
Aeschynanthus novogracilis
What type of plant is Aeschynanthus novogracilis?
Aeschynanthus novogracilis is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Aeschynanthus novogracilis native to?
Aeschynanthus novogracilis is native to Southeast Asia.
Species in the Aeschynanthus genus
Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum, Aeschynanthus batesii, Aeschynanthus brachyphyllus, Aeschynanthus bracteatus, Aeschynanthus brevicalyx, Aeschynanthus breviflorus, Aeschynanthus burttii, Aeschynanthus buxifolius, Aeschynanthus calanthus, Aeschynanthus camiguinensis, Aeschynanthus candidus, Aeschynanthus cardinalis, Aeschynanthus caudatus, Aeschynanthus celebicus, Aeschynanthus ceylanicus, Aeschynanthus chiritoides, Aeschynanthus chorisepalus, Aeschynanthus chrysanthus, Aeschynanthus copelandii, Aeschynanthus cordifolius, Aeschynanthus crassifolius, Aeschynanthus cryptanthus, Aeschynanthus cuernosensis, Aeschynanthus curtisii, Aeschynanthus curvicalyx, Aeschynanthus dasycalyx, Aeschynanthus dempoensis, Aeschynanthus dischorensis, Aeschynanthus ellipticus,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2623925: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.