A very interesting plant for its decorative foliage and long-lasting colorful blooms. Indeed, Episcias or ''Flaming Violets'' have beautiful oval, hairy, and embossed leaves. The 'Chocolate Soldier' variety has brown-edged foliage with a green center and small pink flowers.
Caution! Risk of toxicity if swallowed.
- Family: Gesneriaceae
- Origin: Tropical zone of South America
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Watering:
- Allow the soil to dry on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Light and rich.
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Brightness: Moderate to low.
- Orientation: North, East, West or 1 m from a South window.
- Growth: Fast.
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Temperature: Hot.
- Between 15ᵒC and 30ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 10 cm and 15 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
