Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
isernii
ID:
616269

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1935

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Madrid, Ci. 4(2): 247 (1935)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615601

Common Names

  • Isern's Columnea
  • Isern's Goldfish Plant
  • Isern's Wax Plant

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Synonyms

  • Pentadenia isernii (Cuatrec.) Wiehler [unknown]

Description

Columnea isernii (also called 'Isern's Columnea', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, and it grows in tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Columnea isernii is a popular houseplant, often grown for its attractive foliage and colorful flowers. It is a great choice for hanging baskets, as it is a trailing plant that can cascade down from a pot or basket. It is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance. It can also be used to add color and texture to a home or office space.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Columnea isernii is a bright yellow-orange with a red center. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Columnea isernii can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Columnea isernii

Columnea isernii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Columnea isernii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Columnea isernii?

Columnea isernii

What is the common name of Columnea isernii?

Isern's Gloxinia

What is the natural habitat of Columnea isernii?

Tropical forests

Species in the Columnea genus

Columnea albiflora, Columnea aliena, Columnea allenii, Columnea ambigua, Columnea ampliata, Columnea angustata, Columnea anisophylla, Columnea antiocana, Columnea argentea, Columnea arguta, Columnea asteroloma, Columnea atahualpae, Columnea aurantia, Columnea aurea, Columnea bilabiata, Columnea billbergiana, Columnea brenneri, Columnea brevipila, Columnea byrsina, Columnea calotricha, Columnea canarina, Columnea capillosa, Columnea cerropirrana, Columnea chiricana, Columnea chrysotricha, Columnea ciliata, Columnea citriflora, Columnea cobana, Columnea colombiana, Columnea consanguinea, Columnea coronata, Columnea coronocrypta, Columnea crassa, Columnea crassicaulis, Columnea crassifolia, Columnea cruenta, Columnea cuspidata, Columnea dictyophylla, Columnea dimidiata, Columnea dissimilis, Columnea domingensis, Columnea dressleri, Columnea eburnea, Columnea elongatifolia, Columnea ericae, Columnea erythrophaea, Columnea erythrophylla, Columnea eubracteata, Columnea fawcettii, Columnea fernandezii,

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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