Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
1278147

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fritsch) Roalson & Boggan

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 25: 229 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277485

Common Names

  • Kohleria affinis
  • Affinis Kohleria
  • Affinis False Begonia

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Description

Kohleria affinis (also called Affine Kohleria, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate to ovate. It grows in wet forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Kohleria affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Kohleria affinis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Kohleria affinis is a perennial herb native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Kohleria affinis

Kohleria affinis is native to South America and can be found in wet montane forests.

Kohleria affinis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Kohleria affinis?

Kohleria affinis

What is the common name of Kohleria affinis?

Affin Kohleria

What is the natural habitat of Kohleria affinis?

Tropical forests in Central and South 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-50294370: Based on the initial data import
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.
Eric Howard Roalson (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roalson' in the authors string.
John Kendall Boggan (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boggan' in the authors string.