Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nivalis
ID:
1274186

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chautems

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Candollea 46: 418 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273524

Common Names

  • Sinningia Nivalis
  • Snowy Gloxinia
  • Snowy Sinningia

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Description

Sinningia nivalis (also called Snow Sinningia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. This plant typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sinningia nivalis is a flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sinningia nivalis has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves that are light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinningia nivalis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It has oval-shaped leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to Brazil and prefers a warm, humid climate. It can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and kept moist. It can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Sinningia nivalis

Sinningia nivalis can be found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

Sinningia nivalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinningia nivalis?

Sinningia nivalis

What is the common name of Sinningia nivalis?

Snow Gloxinia

What is the natural habitat of Sinningia nivalis?

Brazilian Atlantic Forest

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-50265189: Based on the initial data import
Alain Chautems (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chautems' in the authors string.