Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
516643

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
J. Hort. Soc. London 3: 317 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515975

Common Names

  • Achimenes candida
  • White Achimenes
  • Achimenes

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Synonyms

  • Kohleria saxicola Brandegee [unknown]
  • Achimenes gracilis Warcsz. ex Regel [unknown]
  • Achimenes saxicola C.V.Morton [unknown]
  • Diastema gracilis Regel [unknown]
  • Dicyrta candida Hanst. & Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Trevirana candida Decne. ex Lem. [unknown]
  • Achimenes flava saxicola (Brandegee) A.Ramírez [unknown]

Description

Achimenes candida (also called White Achimenes, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, meadows, and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achimenes candida 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 candida 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 candida

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

Achimenes candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achimenes candida?

Achimenes candida

What are the common names of Achimenes candida?

White Achimenes

What is the natural habitat of Achimenes candida?

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