The Gesneriad Conservation Center of China (GCCC) is the first specialized institution in China dedicated to the conservation of Gesneriad plants. It was established in Guilin, Guangxi in 2014, marking a new milestone in the protection, research, and sustainable utilization of Gesneriad plants in China.
The Gesneriad Society, based in the USA, is an international association facilitating global exchange among researchers and enthusiasts in Gesneriaceae plants. It covers botanical research, cultivation, breeding, exhibitions, photography, and culture. The society supports research and conservation of Gesneriaceae, sponsoring botanists and students. It publishes "GESNERIADS" and has an independent website. The society registers new varieties, ensuring unified and legal names, establishing an international variety archive, and promoting standardized nomenclature. It fosters communication among research institutions, professional associations, seed companies, and producers, promoting collaboration in the field.
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- What are plants in the Gesneriaceae family?
- Plants in the Gesneriaceae family are primarily small herbaceous plants that are mainly found in tropical and subtropical mountainous regions. Some may also be shrubs, and very few are trees. Most Gesneriaceae plants are highly valued for their ornamental qualities and are admired by people worldwide. However, due to their specific habitat requirements, only a few genera, such as African violets, have been domesticated and cultivated as potted plants.
- How can beginners identify plants in the Gesneriaceae family?
- Gesneriaceae plants are mostly distributed in the karst mountains of southwestern China. When exploring the natural beauty of the mountains and rivers, pay attention to the plants growing on rocky cliffs. Those that closely adhere to the rock surface, have delicate and easily breakable leaves, and produce small flowers in various colors, such as blue or purple, are likely to belong to this family!
- How can one obtain and cultivate Gesneriaceae plants?
- Firstly, we do not recommend collecting Gesneriaceae plants directly from the wild for cultivation. These plants are fragile and have specific or demanding growth requirements. If you are a beginner, we suggest purchasing horticulturally adapted varieties from the market. You can consider cultivating them once you have gained more experience. There are also domestically bred species of Gesneriaceae, like those in the Primulina genus, which are excellent choices for cultivation.
- How can one connect with fellow enthusiasts or experts in Gesneriaceae plants?
- Please continue to follow our website, where you will find a wealth of knowledge about Gesneriaceae plants. You can also follow us on our public WeChat account "Cool Gesneriad Enthusiasts (GCCC)" and other social media platforms such as Douyin (TikTok), Xiaohongshu (RED), Bilibili, etc., all under the name "Cool Gesneriad Enthusiasts."
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- Yashan, Guilin, Guangxi
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