Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
dischidioides
ID:
508974

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) D.J.Middleton

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 64: 425 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508306

Common Names

  • Aeschynanthus dischidioides
  • Dischidioides's aeschynanthus
  • Aeschynanthus dischidioides var. dischidioides

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Synonyms

  • Micraeschynanthus dischidioides Ridl. [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus myrmecophilus P.Woods [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus dischidioides (also called Dischidioides Aeschynanthus, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and tubular, red flowers. It is found in tropical forests and on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus dischidioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage. It is also used for its medicinal properties as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus dischidioides has white, star-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus dischidioides is an evergreen, twining vine native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of tubular, red flowers. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 40°F (4°C).

Where to Find Aeschynanthus dischidioides

Aeschynanthus dischidioides is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the Western Ghats.

Aeschynanthus dischidioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus dischidioides?

Aeschynanthus dischidioides

What is the common name of Aeschynanthus dischidioides?

Dischidioides bracteantha

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynanthus dischidioides?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Aeschynanthus genus

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, Aeschynanthus batesii, Aeschynanthus brachyphyllus, Aeschynanthus bracteatus, Aeschynanthus brevicalyx, Aeschynanthus breviflorus, Aeschynanthus burttii, Aeschynanthus buxifolius, Aeschynanthus calanthus, Aeschynanthus camiguinensis, Aeschynanthus candidus, Aeschynanthus cardinalis, Aeschynanthus caudatus, Aeschynanthus celebicus, Aeschynanthus ceylanicus, Aeschynanthus chiritoides, Aeschynanthus chorisepalus, Aeschynanthus chrysanthus, Aeschynanthus copelandii, Aeschynanthus cordifolius, Aeschynanthus crassifolius, Aeschynanthus cryptanthus, Aeschynanthus cuernosensis, Aeschynanthus curtisii, Aeschynanthus curvicalyx, Aeschynanthus dasycalyx, Aeschynanthus dempoensis, Aeschynanthus dischorensis, Aeschynanthus ellipticus,

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 kew-2606127: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.