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 'Purple Rain Violet' variety has velvety pink leaves edged with purple. The flowers are bright red.
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.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
