Achimenes elota - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elota
ID:
1249150
Status:
valid
Authors:
Denham
Source:
tro
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248488
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Achimenes elota (also called Elota Achimenes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a herbaceous perennial growing to 0.5–1 m tall, with a trunk up to 10 cm diameter. It is found in moist habitats, such as riverbanks, lakeshores, and mountain slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Achimenes elota is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive, bright-colored flowers that attract pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Achimenes elota has small pink flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Achimenes elota is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It prefers a well-drained soil and can tolerate some shade. Propagation is usually done by division or stem cuttings.
Where to Find Achimenes elota
Achimenes elota is native to Mexico.
Achimenes elota FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achimenes elota?
Achimenes elota
What type of plant is Achimenes elota?
Achimenes elota is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Achimenes elota found?
Achimenes elota is found in Mexico.
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 tro-50146487: Based on the initial data import
Dixon Denham (1786-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Denham' in the authors string.