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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 herthae 'Pangui'

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A trailing gesneriad from the cloud forests of Ecuador, with slender, scandent stems bearing opposite, lanceolate leaves with a distinctly purplish...

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Columnea sanguinea

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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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Episcia cupreata is a tropical gesneriad prized for its softly textured, richly patterned foliage and graceful trailing growth. Whether displayed i...

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Columnea colombiana

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Columnea colombiana is a graceful tropical gesneriad that brings the atmosphere of a misty rainforest into the home. Its elegant growth and attract...

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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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Pearcea abunda

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Pearcea abunda is a tropical gesneriad valued for its lush, textured foliage and compact understory presence. It brings rich botanical detail to hu...

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Columnea tessmannii

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Columnea tessmannii is a captivating tropical gesneriad with a graceful trailing habit, lush foliage, and vivid tubular flowers. Its cascading stem...

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Columnea rileyi

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Columnea guttata

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Codonanthopsis ulei

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Pearcea bilabiata

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Pearcea bilabiata is a tropical gesneriad with lush, textured foliage and a compact understory character. Its richly botanical appearance makes it ...

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Nautilocalyx ecuadorensis

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Nautilocalyx ecuadorensis is a tropical gesneriad valued for its lush foliage and intimate woodland character. It makes a refined addition to warm ...

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Columnea poortmannii

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Columnea poortmanni is a striking tropical gesneriad with a naturally trailing habit, lush foliage, and vivid tubular flowers. Its arching stems cr...

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Paradrymonia binata

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Drymonia punctulata

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Columnea tenella

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Columnea picta

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Nautilocalyx pallidus

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Nautilocalyx pallidus is a tropical gesneriad with a lush, understated presence that suits curated foliage collections. Its woodland character make...

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Kohleria inaequalis

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Kohleria inaequalis is a distinctive tropical gesneriad with textured foliage and a naturally lush growth habit. Its combination of ornamental leav...

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Drymonia turrialvae

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Drymonia turrialvae is a distinctive tropical gesneriad that brings lush rainforest texture and an appealing natural habit to a curated plant colle...

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Columnea anisophylla

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Columnea anisophylla is an elegant tropical gesneriad with graceful, trailing growth and attractive foliage. Its cascading stems make it especially...

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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 — the deeply textured leaves display ri...

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Columnea inaequilatera

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

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Drymonia macrantha

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Drymonia macrantha is a tropical member of the gesneriad family, valued for its leafy growth and conspicuous tubular flowers. It offers collectors ...

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Glossoloma purpureum

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Nautilocalyx glandulifer 'Santi'

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Columnea ericae

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Columnea ericae is a tropical gesneriad that brings botanical interest to a collection of humidity-loving plants. Its leafy stems and tubular flowe...

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Glossoloma sprucei

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A charming tropical species from the Gesneriaceae family, prized for its attractive tubular flowers and lush foliage. This intermediate-growing pla...

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Pearcea hypocyrtiflora x Episcia cupreata

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Nautilocalyx lynchii 'green'

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Corytoplectus speciosus

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Corytoplectus speciosus is a striking tropical gesneriad grown for its richly textured foliage, colorful flowers, and ornamental fruit. The bold co...

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Drymonia coccinea

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Drymonia coccinea Culture Drymonia coccinea is a Gesneriaceae species of the genus Drymonia, grown at our nurseries in Ecuador. It grows best in in...

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Paradrymonia ciliosa

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Paradrymonia ciliosa is a tropical gesneriad with lush foliage and an appealing understory character. Its textured growth brings a fresh, botanical...

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Corytoplectus speciosus light

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Drymonia pulchra

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