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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Plant Height: 6 to 8 inches
Plant Spread: 6 to 8 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Evergreen
Other: Shades of silvery-green, pink and bronze-green.
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Other: Reddish-orange with yellow throat.
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Year Round
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Terrariums
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Propagation: Other methods: Stolons and runners
Containers: Suitable for hanging baskets
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Episcia
  • Flame Violet

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Location: New York Botanical Gardens Bronx NY
Date: April 2014
Location: Seattle WA 
Date: 2012-12-12
  • Uploaded by gg5
Location: Seattle WA 
Date: 2012-12-12
  • Uploaded by gg5

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