Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Gesneriaceae

Genus:

Streptocarpus

Species:

Streptocarpus × kewensis

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple, white

Ground Cover:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers high humidity environments