Sinningia Empress Purple Spotted Throat

Gloxinia 'Empress'

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Vibrant purple-blue Gloxinia cultivar with a distinctive spotted throat and velvety foliage. A compact tuberous perennial prized for winter blooms in bright indirect light.
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Plant Details

Common Name Gloxinia 'Empress'
Family Gesneriaceae
Genus Sinningia
Species Sinningia Speciosa (Hybrid)
Variety Empress Purple Spotted Throat
Origin Brazil
Blooming Winter to Spring, occasionally year-round indoors
Leaf Color Dark green with pubescence
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based potting mix with perlite for drainage; avoid heavy clay.

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Watering

Water from the bottom to keep foliage dry. Keep soil moist during growth, allow tuber to rest in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light is crucial. Direct sun scorches leaves, low light reduces flowering.

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Fertilization

Weak liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth phase only.

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers carefully; cut back foliage after dormancy begins.

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite Thrip

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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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
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Sep
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
64° – 79°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 7500
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
40 – 150
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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