Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
738317

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees & Mart.) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Fritsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(3b): 182. 1894

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000737650

Common Names

  • Macrophylla Sinningia
  • Macrophylla Gloxinia
  • Macrophylla Flowering Inch Plant

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Description

Sinningia macrophylla (also called 'Large-leafed Gloxinia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with large, heart-shaped leaves and white or pink flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sinningia macrophylla has been used as an ornamental plant, a medicinal plant, and a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sinningia macrophylla has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinningia macrophylla can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the plant in spring or early summer. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a moist, well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The seedlings should emerge within a few weeks. Transplant the seedlings to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Sinningia macrophylla

Sinningia macrophylla is native to Brazil.

Sinningia macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinningia macrophylla?

Sinningia macrophylla

What is the common name of Sinningia macrophylla?

Large-leaved Gloxinia

What is the natural habitat of Sinningia macrophylla?

Tropical and subtropical 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2873522: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.