Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
gesneriifolia
ID:
1271078

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hanst.) Clayberg

Source:
tro

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Baileya 16: 7 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001270416


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Description

Sinningia gesneriifolia (also called Gloxinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in the Amazon rainforest. It grows in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sinningia gesneriifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its timber, which is used for making furniture and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sinningia gesneriifolia are white, bell-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinningia gesneriifolia is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings, which can be taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, bright location until they develop roots.

Where to Find Sinningia gesneriifolia

Sinningia gesneriifolia can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Sinningia gesneriifolia FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Sinningia gesneriifolia?

Sinningia gesneriifolia is native to Brazil.

What is the flowering season of Sinningia gesneriifolia?

Sinningia gesneriifolia typically flowers in the summer months.

What is the size of Sinningia gesneriifolia?

Sinningia gesneriifolia is a small plant, typically growing to a height of around 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-50246247: Based on the initial data import
Johannes von Hanstein (1822-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hanst.' in the authors string.
Carl Dudley Clayberg (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clayberg' in the authors string.