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Gesneriads


The Gesneriad family consists of over 3,000 species and over 133 genera. It was named after 16th century Swiss naturalist Konrad von Gesner. Most gesneriads are from tropical parts of the world.

Some of the most common plants in this genera are the Cupid's Bower (Achimenes), Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus), Flame Violet (Episcia), Goldfish Plant (Nematanthus), African Violet (Saintpaulia), Florist Gloxinia (Sinningia), and Cape Primrose (Streptocarpus).

Achimenes rhizomes are sold out for 2023




Aeschynanthus Big Apple Aeschynanthus 'Big Apple'
Code: 10315
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Clusters of deep red tubular flowers all year. Tapered dark green leaves, compact upright habit. (F,B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Aeschynanthus Collection Aeschynanthus Collection
Code: C105
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3 different, our choice. Gesneriaceae

 
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Aeschynanthus evrardii Aeschynanthus evrardii
Code: 10318
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Spectacular large terminal clusters of fiery red flowers in summer and fall. Tapered leaves, compact, upright habit. (B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Aeschynanthus Fireworks Aeschynanthus 'Fireworks'
Code: 10308
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Large spectacular upright clusters of bright red flowers. Dark green tapered leaves. (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Aeschynanthus gracilis Aeschynanthus gracilis
Code: 10325
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(Syn.: Aeschynanthus novogracilis), Red Elf Vine

Small trailer with overlapping fleshy tapered leaves. Red shrimp-shaped flowers. (B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Alsobia San Miguel Alsobia 'San Miguel'
Code: 10418
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Striking fringed creamy white flowers profusely spotted purple. Small soft oval leaves. Trailing, stoloniferous, easy. (Schwarz), (F,B,D). Gesneriaceae

If sold out, we recommend the similar Alsobia 'Iris August' instead.


 
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Codonanthe and xCodonatanthus Collection Codonanthe and xCodonatanthus Collection
Code: C107
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3 different, our choice. Gesneriaceae

 
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Codonanthe carnosa Codonanthe carnosa
Code: 10352
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Delightful waxy white flowers are strongly scented. Small round dark foliage, trailing. Lovely. (F, B, W) Gesneriaceae

 
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Codonanthe devosiana Codonanthe devosiana
Code: 10356
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Charming diminutive trailer with tiny round leaves shaded purple. Pink throated, waxy white flowers, showy orange berries. Everblooming. (F, B, D) Gesneriaceae

 
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Codonanthe devosiana Zizo Codonanthe devosiana 'Zizo'
Code: 90583
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Compact easy growing trailer with many white flowers followed by attractive orange berries. Give this epiphyte good drainage and a semi-shady spot. Native to the Atlantic forests of southeast Brazil. (F, B)

 
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Codonanthe gracilis Codonanthe gracilis
Code: 10361
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Numerous white flowers, dark throat, showy orange berries. Small pointed waxy leaves, graceful pendant stems. (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Codonanthe Tommy Codonanthe 'Tommy'
Code: 90650
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This Codonanthe is festooned with numerous white flowers with speckled throats. The small pointed deep green waxy leaves with reddish reverse are densly packed on graceful pendant stems. (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Columnea Collection Columnea Collection
Code: C109
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3 different, our choice. Gesneriaceae

 
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Columnea Crimson Spike Columnea 'Crimson Spike'
Code: 10207
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Clusters of crimson-rose flowers on upright stems, smooth pointed leaves. (Kartuz) Gesneriaceae

 
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Columnea Diablo Columnea 'Diablo'
Code: 90425
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Small dark green pointed leaves, trailing. Big red flowers in abundance all year. (Kartuz) (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Columnea gloriosa Superba Columnea gloriosa 'Superba'
Code: 10211
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Immense hooded red flowers along trailing stems. Very small dark purple foliage. One of the most beautiful species. Greenhouse culture recommended. (B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Columnea Golden Spike Columnea 'Golden Spike'
Code: 10218
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Clusters of bright yellow flowers, upright stems, pointed red backed dark green leaves. (Kartuz) Gesneriaceae

 
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Columnea Orange Sherbet Columnea 'Orange Sherbet'
Code: 10206
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Quantities of large flaming orange flowers produced all year on this vigorous, trailing plant. Small bright green leaves. (Schwarz) (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Columnea Orange Spike Columnea 'Orange Spike'
Code: 10219
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Clusters of orange flowers on upright stems, smooth pointed leaves. Gesneriaceae

 
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Drymonia chiribogana Drymonia chiribogana
Code: 90640
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From the rainforests of Ecuador comes this unusual foliage plant of olive green leathery leaves with silver veins. These thick leathery leaves grow about 5 to 8 inches long and have a satiny sheen. Grows upright to 4 feet tall and blooms on old growth with 1½ inch tubular purple flowers with yellow & red markings on the inside. It prefers bright, filtered light and a well-draining soil mix that is allowed to get slightly dry between waterings. It's an easy to grow houseplant. Gesneriaceae

 
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Gesneriad Collection - 3 Genera Gesneriad Collection - 3 Genera
Code: CG1
Price: $26.95
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This collection is offered to give the undecided grower a chance to sample different members in the various genera (groups) in the gesneriad family. We will choose easy to grow varieties.

Our choice of one each of 3 different genera, for example: Streptocarpus, Sinningia, and Nematanthus, etc. Gesneriaceae

 
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Gesneriad Collection - 6 Genera Gesneriad Collection - 6 Genera
Code: CG2
Price: $50.95
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This collection is offered to give the undecided grower a chance to sample different members in the various genera (groups) in the gesneriad family. We will choose easy to grow varieties.

Our choice of one each of 6 different genera, for example: Streptocarpus, Sinningia, and Nematanthus, etc. Gesneriaceae

 
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Kohleria Collection Kohleria Collection
Code: C113
Price: $26.95
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3 different, our choice. Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus brasiliensis Nematanthus brasiliensis
Code: 90363
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Large bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers with red streaks set of by a bright red calyx. They dangle below the branches on long pedicels. Glossy dark green leaves, spreading trailing stems. The broad corolla mouths suggest pollination by large bees or similar insects. Native to Brazil. (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus Collection Nematanthus Collection
Code: C115
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3 different, our choice. Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus fritschii Nematanthus fritschii
Code: 90461
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Showy dark green, 3 inch shiny leaves with a large red spot on the underside, which helps attract the hummingbird pollinators. The 2 inch long tubular flowers are dark reddish pink on 5 inch velvety pedicles. The effect of numerous flowers dangling from the long pedicels is very showy. A rather large Nematanthus growing up to 2½ feet wide and long. Easy to grow with good drainage and a semi-shade location. A parent of Nematanthus 'Spotlight'. This epiphyte is native to the Sao Paulo area of Brazil, where it is found growing high on trees or rocks. (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus 'Glowing Embers'
Code: 90376
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Glossy green leaves with clusters of light orange flowers with reddish striping and dots radiating out from the base. Compact. New hybrid by David Roberts. Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus gregarius 'Golden West'
Code: 10678
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Small, glossy foliage beautifully variegated cream, yellow and light green, tinged pink. Orange flowers. (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus 'Hawaiian Jade'
Code: 10680
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Bright golden yellow flowers, small glossy foliage. Compact, always in bloom. (F, B) Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus Jason Nematanthus 'Jason'
Code: 90422
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Clusters of dangling crimson flowers. Red blotch on underside of leaves, spreading, trailing stems. Hybrid of Nematanthus corticola. Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus Linda Jo Nematanthus 'Linda Jo'
Code: 90124
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Small glossy dark green leaves marked red under. Clusters of salmon red flowers tipped yellow. Compact, trailing. Great new hybrid by David Roberts. Gesneriaceae

 
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Nematanthus Plum Pretty Nematanthus 'Plum Pretty'
Code: 90117
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Large yellow dangling flowers finely dotted red with dark red calyces. Large deep green leaves, dark red under, spreading stems. Gesneriaceae

 
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Primulina Collection Primulina Collection
Code: PR3
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3 different, our choice. Gesneriaceae

 
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Sinningia guttata Sinningia guttata
Code: 90162
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Showy species with white flowers spotted with purple dots, yellow stripe down the center of the throat. The slightly fragrant flowers always bend towards the light and bloom for several months. Upright growth with shiny green leaves. May avoid winter dormancy if kept indoors with warmth and light. Gesneriaceae

 
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