Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
flava
ID:
516668

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.V.Morton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1936: 13 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000516000

Common Names

  • Achimenes flava
  • Yellow Achimenes
  • Achimenes

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Synonyms

  • Achimenes flava puberula C.V.Morton [unknown]

Description

Achimenes flava (also called Yellow Hot Water Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and produces tubular, two-lipped flowers in shades of yellow. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Achimenes flava is a small, yellowish-green, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, winged samara. The seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achimenes flava 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 flava

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

Achimenes flava FAQ

What is the scientific name of Achimenes flava?

Achimenes flava

What type of plant is Achimenes flava?

Achimenes flava is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Achimenes flava found?

Achimenes flava is found in Mexico and Guatemala.

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