Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cooperi
ID:
1273738

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Paxton) Wiehler

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 1: 32 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273076

Common Names

  • Sinningia cooperi
  • Cooper's Gloxinia
  • Cooperi Gloxinia

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Description

Sinningia cooperi (also called Cooper's gloxinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It has a compact habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and in moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Sinningia cooperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinningia cooperi is white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinningia cooperi can be propagated by division or cuttings. For division, dig up the clump and separate the individual plants. Replant the divisions in a moist, well-draining soil. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from the plant in late spring or early summer and root them in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted.

Where to Find Sinningia cooperi

Sinningia cooperi is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sinningia cooperi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinningia cooperi?

Sinningia cooperi

What is the common name of Sinningia cooperi?

Cooper's Gloxinia

How tall does Sinningia cooperi grow?

Up to 30 cm

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 tro-50261669: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Paxton (1803-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paxton' in the authors string.
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.