Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nipensis
ID:
702978

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Mem. Torrey Bot. Club 16: 109 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000702311

Common Names

  • Gesneria Nipensis
  • Nipensis Gesneria
  • Gesneria

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Description

Gesneria nipensis (also called Nipa Gesneria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, and it grows in moist forests and along streams. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, tubular flowers with yellowish-orange petals.

Uses & Benefits

Gesneria nipensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat skin conditions, digestive problems, and respiratory ailments. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gesneria nipensis is a bright yellow, tubular flower with a red throat. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gesneria nipensis is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean islands. It is grown from seeds and can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It is also susceptible to pests and diseases, so it should be monitored regularly.

Where to Find Gesneria nipensis

Gesneria nipensis can be found in the Caribbean.

Gesneria nipensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gesneria nipensis?

Gesneria nipensis

What is the common name of Gesneria nipensis?

Nipa Gesneria

Where is Gesneria nipensis native to?

Dominican Republic

Species in the Gesneria genus

Gesneria acaulis, Gesneria alpina, Gesneria aspera, Gesneria barahonensis, Gesneria binghamii, Gesneria brachysepala, Gesneria bracteosa, Gesneria brevifolia, Gesneria bullata, Gesneria calycina, Gesneria calycosa, Gesneria celsioides, Gesneria christii, Gesneria citrina, Gesneria clandestina, Gesneria clarensis, Gesneria confertifolia, Gesneria cubensis, Gesneria cuneifolia, Gesneria decapleura, Gesneria duchartreoides, Gesneria ekmanii, Gesneria exserta, Gesneria ferruginea, Gesneria filipes, Gesneria fruticosa, Gesneria glandulosa, Gesneria gloxinioides, Gesneria haitiensis, Gesneria harrisii, Gesneria heterochroa, Gesneria humilis, Gesneria hybocarpa, Gesneria hypoclada, Gesneria jamaicensis, Gesneria lanceolata, Gesneria libanensis, Gesneria nipensis, Gesneria odontophylla, Gesneria onychocalyx, Gesneria parvifolia, Gesneria pauciflora, Gesneria pedicellaris, Gesneria pedunculosa, Gesneria pulverulenta, Gesneria pumila, Gesneria purpurascens, Gesneria quisqueyana, Gesneria reticulata, Gesneria salicifolia,

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:109705-2: Based on the initial data import