African Violet
Common Name: African Violet
Species Name: Saintpaulia ionantha
Family Name: Gesneriaceae
Examples of African Violet Saintpaulia ionantha
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Tanzania |
| Sun Preference | Shade |
| Susceptibility | Blight, crown rot, petiole rot, powdery mildew, mealybugs, mites and thrips |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 0.5-foot diameter, 0.5-foot height
- Leaves: Ovate to oblong, crenate, long stalked, fleshy-textured with silky hairs
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 10 |
| Notes | Most commonly used as small potted plants |