| Merchant | Pot Size | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
- | In Stock | $29.99 | Buy |
| Common Name | Persian Violet |
| Family | Gentianaceae |
| Genus | Exacum |
| Species | Affine |
| Origin | Tropical Asia |
| Blooming | Fragrant blue-violet flowers, winter to spring |
| Leaf Color | Dark green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Peat-based potting mix with perlite for drainage; slightly acidic pH
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Droops rapidly if dry; mist foliage daily to maintain humidity.
Bright indirect light. Avoid direct scorching sun which burns leaves and fades flowers.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer diluted at half strength every two weeks during growing season
Deadhead spent blooms immediately and trim leggy stems after flowering cycle ends
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