Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
chiapensis
ID:
1328744

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.-Mel., L.E.Skog & Pérez-Farr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Revista Mex. Biodivers. 85: 344 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341198



Common Names

  • Alsobia Chiapensis
  • Chiapas Alsobia
  • Chiapas False Begonia


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Description

Alsobia chiapensis (also called Chiapas Alsobia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Mexico. It has a basal rosette of leaves with white flowers. It is found in moist grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Alsobia chiapensis is used as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It can also be used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a decorative plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alsobia chiapensis has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsobia chiapensis is a tropical herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding. It is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Alsobia chiapensis

Alsobia chiapensis can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Alsobia chiapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsobia chiapensis?

Alsobia chiapensis

What is the common name of Alsobia chiapensis?

Chiapensis Alsobia

What is the natural habitat of Alsobia chiapensis?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Alsobia genus

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

Miguel A. Pérez-Farrera: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-Farr.' in the authors string.
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.
Nayely Martínez-Meléndez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Mel.' in the authors string.