Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
haitiensis
ID:
702903

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.E.Skog

Source:
cmp

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Baileya 18: 144 (1971 publ. 1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702236



Common Names

  • Gesneria Haitiensis
  • Haitiensis Gesneria
  • Gesneria


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Description

Gesneria haitiensis (also called Haitian Gesneria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to Haiti and the Dominican Republic, and it grows in moist forests and along streams. It has long, thin, lance-shaped leaves and small, tubular flowers with yellowish-orange petals.

Uses & Benefits

Gesneria haitiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory ailments. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gesneria haitiensis is a bright yellow, tubular flower with a red throat. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gesneria haitiensis 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 haitiensis

Gesneria haitiensis can be found in the Caribbean.

Gesneria haitiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gesneria haitiensis?

Gesneria haitiensis

What is the family of Gesneria haitiensis?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Gesneria haitiensis?

Haitian Gesneria

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2824906: Based on the initial data import
Laurence Skog (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Skog' in the authors string.