Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
duidae
ID:
509828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Feuillet

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 2: 275 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509160

Common Names

  • Episcia duidae
  • Duidae Episcia
  • Duidae Violet

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Description

Episcia duidae (also called Duidae Flame Violet, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with oval leaves and pink flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Episcia duidae has been used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Episcia duidae has small yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Episcia duidae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a mix of sand and peat moss. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Episcia duidae

Episcia duidae is native to South America and can be found in rocky areas, grasslands, and woodlands.

Episcia duidae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Episcia duidae?

Episcia duidae

What is the family of Episcia duidae?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Episcia duidae?

Duid's Episcia

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