Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
araneosa
ID:
497999

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chautems

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Candollea 52: 168 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497331

Common Names

  • Sinningia araneosa
  • Araneosa Gloxinia
  • Gesneriad

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Synonyms

  • Corytholoma pusillum Fritsch [unknown]
  • Rechsteineria pusilla Fritsch [unknown]

Description

Sinningia araneosa (also called Spider Gloxinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with the leaves being ovate to lanceolate in shape and having a glossy surface. It grows in moist forests and is often found in open areas, such as roadsides and forest clearings.

Uses & Benefits

Sinningia araneosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinningia araneosa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seeds of this plant are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinningia araneosa can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division is best done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from the stem or root and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Sinningia araneosa

Sinningia araneosa can be found in Brazil.

Sinningia araneosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinningia araneosa?

Sinningia araneosa

What is the common name of Sinningia araneosa?

Spiderwort

Where is Sinningia araneosa native to?

Brazil

Species in the Sinningia genus

Sinningia warmingii, Sinningia incarnata, Sinningia hatschbachii, Sinningia helleri, Sinningia hirsuta, Sinningia iarae, Sinningia glazioviana, Sinningia insularis, Sinningia kautskyi, Sinningia leucotricha, Sinningia elatior, Sinningia guttata, Sinningia richii, Sinningia speciosa, Sinningia striata, Sinningia mauroana, Sinningia micans, Sinningia polyantha, Sinningia punctata, Sinningia cochlearis, Sinningia allagophylla, Sinningia araneosa, Sinningia carangolensis, Sinningia cardinalis, Sinningia macrophylla, Sinningia helioana, Sinningia muscicola, Sinningia canastrensis, Sinningia gerdtiana, Sinningia globulosa, Sinningia bullata, Sinningia nordestina, Sinningia lateritia, Sinningia schiffneri, Sinningia tubiflora, Sinningia macropoda, Sinningia sceptrum, Sinningia sellovii, Sinningia aggregata, Sinningia amambayensis, Sinningia douglasii, Sinningia sulcata, Sinningia barbata, Sinningia conspicua, Sinningia gesneriifolia, Sinningia aghensis, Sinningia bulbosa, Sinningia calcaria, Sinningia canescens, Sinningia cerina,

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-2589069: Based on the initial data import
Alain Chautems (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chautems' in the authors string.