Genus Gesneria is a group of flowering plants that belong to the family Gesneriaceae. These plants are usually found in tropical and subtropical regions and are popular among gardeners for their beautiful flowers and foliage. The common names for Genus Gesneria are flame violets, gloxinias, and mouse-ear plant. The name flame violets is derived from the bright-colored flowers that resemble flames. Gloxinias, on the other hand, are named after the Austrian botanist Benjamin Peter Gloxin who discovered these plants. Finally, the mouse-ear plant is named after the soft, fuzzy leaves that resemble mouse ears. All of these names refer to the unique features of plants in the Genus Gesneria.