Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
andrei
ID:
693310

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 75: 31 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692643



Common Names

  • Fuchsia andrei
  • Andrei Fuchsia
  • Fuchsia Andrei


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Synonyms

  • Fuchsia osgoodii J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Fuchsia ovalis aberrans J.F.Macbr. [unknown]

Description

Fuchsia andrei (also called Andre's Fuchsia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Onagraceae. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, and it is found in montane forests. It is a shrub with bright pink flowers and a height of up to 1.5 m.

Uses & Benefits

Fuchsia andrei is used as a source of food, medicine, and fuel. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of fiber for rope and paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fuchsia andrei has red and purple flowers that are tubular in shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fuchsia andrei can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Fuchsia andrei

Fuchsia andrei is native to tropical South America and can be found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Fuchsia andrei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Fuchsia andrei?

Fuchsia andrei

What are the common names of Fuchsia andrei?

Common names include: Andre's fuchsia, Chilean fuchsia, and Chilean firebush

What is the natural habitat of Fuchsia andrei?

Fuchsia andrei is native to Chile and is found in temperate and subtropical climates

Species in the Fuchsia genus

Fuchsia aquaviridis, Fuchsia abrupta, Fuchsia alpestris, Fuchsia ampliata, Fuchsia andrei, Fuchsia apetala, Fuchsia arborescens, Fuchsia austromontana, Fuchsia ayavacensis, Fuchsia bacillaris, Fuchsia boliviana, Fuchsia bracelinae, Fuchsia brevilobis, Fuchsia campii, Fuchsia campos-portoi, Fuchsia canescens, Fuchsia caucana, Fuchsia ceracea, Fuchsia cestroides, Fuchsia chloroloba, Fuchsia cinerea, Fuchsia coccinea, Fuchsia cochabambana, Fuchsia colensoi, Fuchsia confertifolia, Fuchsia coracifolia, Fuchsia corollata, Fuchsia corymbiflora, Fuchsia crassistipula, Fuchsia cuatrecasasii, Fuchsia cyrtandroides, Fuchsia decidua, Fuchsia decussata, Fuchsia denticulata, Fuchsia dependens, Fuchsia encliandra, Fuchsia excorticata, Fuchsia experscandens, Fuchsia ferreyrae, Fuchsia fontinalis, Fuchsia fulgens, Fuchsia furfuracea, Fuchsia garleppiana, Fuchsia gehrigeri, Fuchsia glaberrima, Fuchsia glazioviana, Fuchsia harlingii, Fuchsia hartwegii, Fuchsia hatschbachii, Fuchsia hirtella,

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

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