African Violet
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Streptocarpus

ionanthus

Common NameAfrican Violet
Hybrid/Species/UnknownUnknown

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Flowering Ornamentals, Houseplant, Perennial
Growth Habit
Herbaceous
Growing Medium70% potting mix, 30% perlite
Pot Size6”

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Health Status
Healthy / Stable ✅
Flowering NotesHas flowered previously. Fluffy white flowers.

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Medium Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
High Humidity (60–80%)
Light Needs
Grow Light / Artificial Light
FertilizingAs necessary, up to every 2 weeks, with 3-1-2. Higher phosphorous if available.

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Growing AreaDorm

Added Details

Getting slightly too high light. Pot is terracotta.

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