Saintpaulia spp.

African Violet

Moderate careTerrestrialNon-toxic5–15 cm

A compact rosette plant with soft, velvety leaves and small flowers in purple, pink, or white. It does best in bright indirect light with steady humidity. Water from below to keep moisture off the crown, as water sitting on the leaves can cause rot.

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African Violet image

Photo by Marcin Konsek·CC BY-SA 4.0

Care

Prefers high humidity, bright indirect light, with 18–24 °C, and reaches 15 cm at maturity.

Light

Bright indirect(preferred)

Humidity

High (60–80%)(preferred)

Temperature

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18°C – 24°C

Soil

Peat moss(preferred)

Moisture

Moist(preferred)

Propagation

No description available.

Native range

Native to East Tropical Africa.

Appearance

Frequently asked

Can African Violet grow in a closed terrarium?

Yes. African Violet prefers high (60–80%) humidity, which is what a closed terrarium provides, and tolerates bright-indirect-light-loving conditions.

Does African Violet need drainage?

African Violet prefers a moist substrate. Drainage is helpful but not critical; consistent moisture matters more.

What humidity does African Violet need?

African Violet does best in high (60–80%) humidity.

Is African Violet pet-safe?

African Violet is considered non-toxic to common household pets.

How tall does African Violet grow?

African Violet typically reaches 5–15 cm at maturity.

How do you propagate African Violet?

African Violet can be propagated by leaf cuttings.

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