Achimenes sanguinea - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanguinea
ID:
1273451
Status:
valid
Authors:
(hort. ex Hanst.) Regel ex Hanst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 27: 776 1856
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272789
Common Names
- Sanguinea Achimenes
- Sanguinea Achimenes Plant
- Sanguinea Achimenes Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Achimenes sanguinea (also called 'Blood-red Achimenes', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that can grow up to 1m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It has red flowers and small, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Achimenes sanguinea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Achimenes sanguinea has red, trumpet-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Achimenes sanguinea is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Achimenes sanguinea
Achimenes sanguinea can be found in Mexico and Guatemala.
Achimenes sanguinea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Achimenes sanguinea?
Achimenes sanguinea
What type of plant is Achimenes sanguinea?
Achimenes sanguinea is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.
Where is Achimenes sanguinea found?
Achimenes sanguinea is found in Mexico and Central America.
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-50259891: Based on the initial data import
Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes von Hanstein (1822-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hanst.' in the authors string.