Sinningia Tubiflora | Sinningia | Gesneriaceae
Discover the beauty of Sinningia tubiflora, a tuberous perennial native to Brazil. This plant is a member of the Gesneriaceae family and is known for its fragrant, white flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. Sinningia tubiflora is easy to grow and propagate, making it a great addition to any garden or rock garden. Learn about its care and propagation, as well as common problems to watch out for. Order your own Hardy White Gloxinia plant from Planet Desert and add a touch of elegance to your garden.
Sinningia Tubiflora - The Tube-Flowered Hardy White Gloxinia
What is Sinningia Tubiflora?
Sinningia tubiflora, also known as the Tube-Flowered Hardy White Gloxinia, is a tuberous perennial native to Brazil. It belongs to the Gesneriaceae family and is known for its beautiful, fragrant, white flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. The flowers have a flared flat opening and are born on a long stem. The plant forms large underground tubers and has soft, fuzzy silver-gray green leaves. Sinningia tubiflora is easy to grow and can be grown outdoors year-round in USDA Hardiness Zone 10. During the fall/winter, it goes dormant and should be kept mainly dry.
The flowers of Sinningia tubiflora are not only beautifully shaped and clear white, but they are also very fragrant. The name "tube" refers to the long, slender tube that extends from the base of the flower. This plant is a great choice for gardeners who want to add elegance and fragrance to their garden.
Growing Sinningia Tubiflora
Sinningia tubiflora, also known as the Hardy White Gloxinia, is a tuberous perennial that forms a spreading mound of soft fuzzy silver-gray-green leaves. It is native to Brazil and belongs to the Gesneriaceae family. This hardy plant can be grown outdoors year-round in USDA Hardiness Zone 10. It has large underground tubers that help it survive and spread nicely in rock gardens. The leaves are oval-shaped and grow up to 6 inches long.
The main attraction of Sinningia tubiflora is its long, pendent, creamy-white flowers. These flowers are beautifully shaped, very fragrant, and have a flared flat opening. They bloom in mid- to late summer and add a sweet-smelling touch to any garden. Sinningia tubiflora is easy to grow and bloom. It goes dormant during the fall/winter and should be kept mainly dry. Plant it in well-draining soil and partial shade for best results.
Caring for Sinningia Tubiflora
Sinningia tubiflora, commonly known as the Hardy White Gloxinia, is a tuberous perennial plant native to Brazil. It belongs to the Gesneriaceae family and has large underground tubers that can spread nicely in rock gardens. The plant has soft, fuzzy, silver-gray-green leaves that form felty leaf clumps all summer long.
The main attraction of Sinningia tubiflora is its long, pendent, creamy-white flowers. These flowers are beautifully shaped, very fragrant, and have a flared flat opening. They have a tuber about 8cm long and a 'face' of five pure white lobes. Sinningia tubiflora is easy to grow and bloom. It goes dormant during the fall/winter and should be kept mainly dry. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade.
Propagation of Sinningia Tubiflora
Sinningia tubiflora, commonly known as the Tube-Flowered Hardy White Gloxinia, is a tuberous perennial native to Brazil. It belongs to the Gesneriaceae family and has large underground tubers. The plant has soft, fuzzy, silver-gray-green leaves that are felty to the touch and arranged in a rosette pattern.
The main attraction of Sinningia tubiflora is its long, pendent, creamy-white flowers. These flowers are beautifully shaped, very fragrant, and have a flared flat opening. They have a tuber about 8cm long and a 'face' of five pure white lobes. Sinningia tubiflora is easy to grow and bloom. It goes dormant during the fall/winter and should be kept mainly dry. It can be propagated easily from the satellite tubers it produces.
Common Problems with Sinningia Tubiflora
Sinningia tubiflora, also known as the Hardy White Gloxinia, is a tuberous perennial plant native to Brazil. It belongs to the Gesneriaceae family and has large underground tubers. The plant has soft, fuzzy, silver-gray-green leaves that form felty leaf clumps all summer long.
The main attraction of Sinningia tubiflora is its long, pendent, creamy-white flowers. These flowers are beautifully shaped, very fragrant, and have a flared flat opening. They have a tuber about 8cm long and a 'face' of five pure white lobes. Sinningia tubiflora is easy to grow and bloom. It goes dormant during the fall/winter and should be kept mainly dry. It can be propagated easily from the satellite tubers it produces.
