Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
702769

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 5: 498 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702102



Common Names

  • Alpine Gesneria
  • Alpina Gesneria
  • Alpina False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Gesneria calycosa alpina Urb. [unknown]

Description

Gesneria alpina (also called Alpine Gesneria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gesneria alpina is used as an ornamental plant in rock gardens and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Gesneria alpina has white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gesneria alpina is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.

Where to Find Gesneria alpina

Gesneria alpina can be found in the Caribbean Islands.

Gesneria alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gesneria alpina?

Gesneria alpina

What is the common name of Gesneria alpina?

Alpine Gesneria

Where is Gesneria alpina native to?

Cuba

Species in the Gesneria genus

Gesneria acaulis, Gesneria alpina, Gesneria aspera, Gesneria barahonensis, Gesneria binghamii, Gesneria brachysepala, Gesneria bracteosa, Gesneria brevifolia, Gesneria bullata, Gesneria calycina, Gesneria calycosa, Gesneria celsioides, Gesneria christii, Gesneria citrina, Gesneria clandestina, Gesneria clarensis, Gesneria confertifolia, Gesneria cubensis, Gesneria cuneifolia, Gesneria decapleura, Gesneria duchartreoides, Gesneria ekmanii, Gesneria exserta, Gesneria ferruginea, Gesneria filipes, Gesneria fruticosa, Gesneria glandulosa, Gesneria gloxinioides, Gesneria haitiensis, Gesneria harrisii, Gesneria heterochroa, Gesneria humilis, Gesneria hybocarpa, Gesneria hypoclada, Gesneria jamaicensis, Gesneria lanceolata, Gesneria libanensis, Gesneria nipensis, Gesneria odontophylla, Gesneria onychocalyx, Gesneria parvifolia, Gesneria pauciflora, Gesneria pedicellaris, Gesneria pedunculosa, Gesneria pulverulenta, Gesneria pumila, Gesneria purpurascens, Gesneria quisqueyana, Gesneria reticulata, Gesneria salicifolia,

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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