Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
admirabilis
ID:
516627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiehler

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73: 220 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515959

Common Names

  • Achimenes admirabilis
  • Admirable Achimenes
  • Achimenes

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Description

Achimenes admirabilis (also called Admirable achimenes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Cerrado vegetation of Brazil, and is found in rocky habitats at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Achimenes admirabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achimenes admirabilis has small, pink flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three pairs of serrated leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achimenes admirabilis can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plant divisions should be replanted immediately and kept moist.

Where to Find Achimenes admirabilis

Achimenes admirabilis is native to Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Colombia.

Achimenes admirabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achimenes admirabilis?

Achimenes admirabilis

What are the common names of Achimenes admirabilis?

Admirable Achimenes

What is the natural habitat of Achimenes admirabilis?

Moist grasslands, wetlands, and riparian areas

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-2617267: Based on the initial data import
Hans Wiehler (1930-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiehler' in the authors string.