Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tuberosa
ID:
1274245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart.) H.E.Moore

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Baileya 19: 40 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273583

Common Names

  • Sinningia Tuberosa
  • Gloxinia Tuberosa
  • Tuberous Gloxinia

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Description

Sinningia tuberosa (also called 'Tuberous Gloxinia', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and large, bell-shaped flowers with colorful petals. It prefers warm, humid climates and grows best in partial shade with well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Sinningia tuberosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive issues and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sinningia tuberosa has white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinningia tuberosa is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from cuttings. Take a cutting of a stem with at least two sets of leaves and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a pot with moist soil and keep it in a warm, sunny location. The cutting should root in a few weeks. Once the roots have developed, transplant the cutting into a larger pot and water it regularly.

Where to Find Sinningia tuberosa

Sinningia tuberosa can be found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Espírito Santo.

Sinningia tuberosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinningia tuberosa?

Sinningia tuberosa

What is the family of Sinningia tuberosa?

Gesneriaceae

What is the common name of Sinningia tuberosa?

Tuberous Sinningia

Species in the Sinningia genus

Sinningia warmingii, Sinningia incarnata, Sinningia hatschbachii, Sinningia helleri, Sinningia hirsuta, Sinningia iarae, Sinningia glazioviana, Sinningia insularis, Sinningia kautskyi, Sinningia leucotricha, Sinningia elatior, Sinningia guttata, Sinningia richii, Sinningia speciosa, Sinningia striata, Sinningia mauroana, Sinningia micans, Sinningia polyantha, Sinningia punctata, Sinningia cochlearis, Sinningia allagophylla, Sinningia araneosa, Sinningia carangolensis, Sinningia cardinalis, Sinningia macrophylla, Sinningia helioana, Sinningia muscicola, Sinningia canastrensis, Sinningia gerdtiana, Sinningia globulosa, Sinningia bullata, Sinningia nordestina, Sinningia lateritia, Sinningia schiffneri, Sinningia tubiflora, Sinningia macropoda, Sinningia sceptrum, Sinningia sellovii, Sinningia aggregata, Sinningia amambayensis, Sinningia douglasii, Sinningia sulcata, Sinningia barbata, Sinningia conspicua, Sinningia gesneriifolia, Sinningia aghensis, Sinningia bulbosa, Sinningia calcaria, Sinningia canescens, Sinningia cerina,

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-50265648: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Moore (1917-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.E.Moore' in the authors string.