Status:
valid
Authors:
Chautems
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Candollea 65: 246 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750139
Common Names
- Sinningia canastrensis
- Canastra Gloxinia
- Canastra Sinningia
Description
Sinningia canastrensis (also called 'Canastra Sinningia', among many other common names) is an evergreen herb native to Brazil. It has white and pink flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is commonly found in moist, loamy soils in forests and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Sinningia canastrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sinningia canastrensis is white or pink in color and has 5 petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and long.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sinningia canastrensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Where to Find Sinningia canastrensis
Sinningia canastrensis can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Sinningia canastrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sinningia canastrensis?
Sinningia canastrensis
What is the common name of Sinningia canastrensis?
Canastra Gloxinia
What is the natural habitat of Sinningia canastrensis?
Tropical forests
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,