Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
parviflorus
ID:
522703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spreng.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4(2): 238 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522035



Common Names

  • Parviflorus Lipstick Plant
  • Parviflorus Basket Vine
  • Parviflorus Coral Vine


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Synonyms

  • Trichosporum maculatum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Trichosporum parviflorum D.Don [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus consobrinus Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus maculatus Lindl. [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus maculatus sikkimensis C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus maculatus stenophyllus C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus ramosissimus Wall. [illegitimate]
  • Aeschynanthus sikkimensis Stapf [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus parviflorus (also called Little Flame Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia. It is an evergreen climber with small, bright green leaves and small, red flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus parviflorus is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a hanging plant and can be used to add a splash of color to any room. It is also known for its ability to purify air and can help reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus parviflorus has small, red flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus parviflorus 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 parviflorus

Aeschynanthus parviflorus can be found in tropical forests in Yunnan, China.

Aeschynanthus parviflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus parviflorus?

Aeschynanthus parviflorus

What type of plant is Aeschynanthus parviflorus?

Aeschynanthus parviflorus is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Aeschynanthus parviflorus native to?

Aeschynanthus parviflorus 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,