Achimenes erecta ‘Splendens’
Probably a cultivar of Achimenes erecta (Lam.) H.P.Fuchs var. rosea, synonym Achimenes rosea Lindl. it is not listed in the Gesneriad Register-Achimenes and I have found no other reference to this plant.
Horticultural & Botanical History
No data.
History at Camden Park
Probably obtained from James Backhouse. Included among desiderata in a letter dated 10th April 1846 but not recorded as arrived. [MP A2933-1 p.136].
Notes
Published Aug 27, 2009 - 12:50 AM | Last updated Aug 24, 2011 - 06:50 AM
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Probably garden origin |
| Synonyms | |
| Common Name | Achimenes, Hot water plant, Cupid’s bow |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Achimenes rosea splendens |
| Confidence level | low |