| Common Name | Chinese Violet |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Petrocosmea |
| Species | Kerrii |
| Origin | China |
| Blooming | Rosette foliage, flowers spring to summer |
| Leaf Color | Dark green with silver hairs |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Peat-based mix with perlite for drainage and aeration
Keep soil evenly moist. Use bottom watering to prevent crown rot and leaf damage from water retention.
Bright indirect light only; direct sun scorches hairy leaves rapidly
Diluted liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring/Summer)
Remove dead flowers and yellow leaves carefully; avoid touching rosette
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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