Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suborbiculatus
ID:
522760
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
cmp
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 123 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522092
Common Names
- Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus
- Suborbiculatus Aeschynanthus
- Chinese Aeschynanthus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus (also called Sub-Orbiculate Lipstick Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, ovate leaves and clusters of red, tubular flowers. It is native to India and is found in tropical forests and rainforests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus 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 suborbiculatus has bright purple flowers with long, tubular petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves and are light green in color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus 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 suborbiculatus
Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus?
Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus
What are the common names of Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus?
Suborbiculate Parrot's Beak
What type of plant is Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus?
Aeschynanthus suborbiculatus is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
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-2623990: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.