Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
amabilis
ID:
1274264

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
tro

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 978 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273602



Common Names

  • Amiable Smithiantha
  • Lovely Smithiantha
  • Beautiful Smithiantha


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Description

Smithiantha amabilis (also called Amabilis Smithiantha, among many other common names) is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is characterized by its succulent, fleshy leaves and its small, yellow flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests, on rocky outcrops, and in humid, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Smithiantha amabilis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Smithiantha amabilis has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smithiantha amabilis is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from cuttings. Take a cutting of a stem with at least two sets of leaves and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot with moist soil and keep it in a warm, sunny location. The cutting should root in a few weeks. Once the roots have developed, transplant the cutting into a larger pot and water it regularly.

Where to Find Smithiantha amabilis

Smithiantha amabilis is native to Colombia and Ecuador.

Smithiantha amabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smithiantha amabilis?

Smithiantha amabilis

What is the family of Smithiantha amabilis?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Smithiantha amabilis?

Lovely Smithiantha

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,