Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
dulcis
ID:
516658

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.V.Morton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1938: 293 (1938)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000515990

Common Names

  • Achimenes dulcis
  • Sweet Achimenes
  • Achimenes

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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Achimenes dulcis 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 dulcis 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 dulcis

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

Achimenes dulcis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achimenes dulcis?

Achimenes dulcis

What are the common names of Achimenes dulcis?

Sweet Achimenes

What is the natural habitat of Achimenes dulcis?

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,

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