Common names:
Streptocarpella
Cape Primrose
False African Violet
Cape Violet

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Biennial
Other
Sun Requirements: Partial Shade to Full Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 12 +10 °C (50 °F) to +15.6 °C (60 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Leaves: Good fall color
Flowers: Fragrant
Flower Color: Russet
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Late summer or early fall
Winter
Suitable Locations: Street Tree
Uses: Windbreak or Hedge
Suitable as Annual
Propagation: Seeds: Needs specific temperature: °75 0-F7
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Tip
Layering
Offsets
Containers: Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Comments:
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