Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
incarnata
ID:
616266

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.V.Morton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 29: 48 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615598



Common Names

  • Flesh-colored Columnea
  • Flesh-colored Goldfish Plant
  • Flesh-colored Wax Plant


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Synonyms

  • Ortholoma incarnatum (C.V.Morton) Wiehler [unknown]
  • Trichantha incarnata (C.V.Morton) Wiehler [unknown]

Description

Columnea incarnata (also called 'Flesh-colored Columnea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and it grows in tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Columnea incarnata is a popular houseplant, often grown for its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. It is a great choice for hanging baskets, as it is a trailing plant that can cascade down from a pot or basket. It is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance. It can also be used to add color and texture to a home or office space.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Columnea incarnata is a bright yellow-orange with a red center. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Columnea incarnata can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Columnea incarnata

Columnea incarnata can be found in tropical forests of Central and South America.

Columnea incarnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Columnea incarnata?

Columnea incarnata

What is the family of Columnea incarnata?

Gesneriaceae

Where is Columnea incarnata found?

Central and South America

Species in the Columnea genus

Columnea albiflora, Columnea aliena, Columnea allenii, Columnea ambigua, Columnea ampliata, Columnea angustata, Columnea anisophylla, Columnea antiocana, Columnea argentea, Columnea arguta, Columnea asteroloma, Columnea atahualpae, Columnea aurantia, Columnea aurea, Columnea bilabiata, Columnea billbergiana, Columnea brenneri, Columnea brevipila, Columnea byrsina, Columnea calotricha, Columnea canarina, Columnea capillosa, Columnea cerropirrana, Columnea chiricana, Columnea chrysotricha, Columnea ciliata, Columnea citriflora, Columnea cobana, Columnea colombiana, Columnea consanguinea, Columnea coronata, Columnea coronocrypta, Columnea crassa, Columnea crassicaulis, Columnea crassifolia, Columnea cruenta, Columnea cuspidata, Columnea dictyophylla, Columnea dimidiata, Columnea dissimilis, Columnea domingensis, Columnea dressleri, Columnea eburnea, Columnea elongatifolia, Columnea ericae, Columnea erythrophaea, Columnea erythrophylla, Columnea eubracteata, Columnea fawcettii, Columnea fernandezii,

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,

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