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Gesneriaceae

The Gesneriaceae family, or gesneriads, are known for their beautiful and diverse flowers, which come in a wide range of colors and shapes. These plants are predominantly found in tropical and subtropical regions, thriving in various habitats from rainforests to mountainous areas. Popular members of this family include the charming African Violet and the striking Gloxinia. Gesneriads are prized for their ornamental appeal and ability to brighten any space with their vibrant blooms. Perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners, these plants add a touch of elegance and color to any collection.

Habitat: Gesneriads are incredibly versatile and can be found in a variety of habitats. They often grow in humid, shaded environments such as the understory of rainforests, where they receive dappled sunlight. Some species are adapted to live in mountainous regions, clinging to rock faces or growing as epiphytes on trees. Their ability to thrive in different climates makes them a fascinating and diverse plant family.

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Columnea gloriosa

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A spectacular trailing epiphyte from the cloud forests of the Americas, with densely hairy stems and small, dark purplish-bronze leaves that are or...

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Pearcea hypocyrtiflora

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Corytoplectus cutucuensis

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Columnea minor

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Columnea tenensis

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An attractive epiphytic plant native to the TenesΓ­ region of Venezuela, Columnea tenensis is popular for its trailing or pendulous growth habit, ma...

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Columnea ceticeps

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Columnea crassifolia

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Columnea erythrophaea

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Nautilocalyx erytranthus

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Drymonia hoppii

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Kohleria villosa cf

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Pachycaulos nummularia

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Neomortonia rosea

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Columnea flexiflora

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Pearcea hypocyrtiflora cf

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This is a low-growing Gesneriad species native to the rainforests of Ecuador. The "cf" notation indicates that this clone is physically very simila...

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Nautilocalyx bullatus

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This distinctive Gesneriaceae species showcases remarkable foliage characteristics with deeply bullate (bubble-textured) leaves that display stunni...

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Codonanthopsis crassifolia

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Columnea strigosa

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Columnea herthae

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Episcia corrugada

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Episcia corrugada is a compact, terrestrial species from the African Violet family (Gesneriaceae). It is cherished for its intense, velvety, emeral...

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Columnea kucyniakii

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Columnea erythrophaea x Columnea gloriosa

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Columnea strigosa bicolor

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Columnea colombiana

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Nautilocalyx glandulifer

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This distinctive, tropical terrestrial herb is a member of the Gesneriad family, currently endemic to the rainforests of Ecuador. It is overwhelmin...

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Episcia cupreata

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Paradrymonia binata

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Columnea rileyi

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Nautilocalyx Esmeralda

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A captivating gesneriad with boldly patterned, velvety foliage that rivals its flowers in ornamental appeal β€” the deeply textured leaves display ri...

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Drymonia punctulata

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Columnea anisophylla

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Columnea karstenianum

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A trailing gesneriad with lush, densely hairy stems and vivid tubular flowers perfectly adapted to attract hummingbirds in its natural habitat. Its...

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Columnea inaequilatera

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A trailing gesneriad, distinguished by its asymmetrical leaves β€” as its Latin name suggests β€” and vivid tubular flowers that emerge along densely h...

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Corytoplectus speciosus

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