Sinningia empress wine red

Empress Wine Red Gloxinia

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A stunning rhizomatous perennial with velvety dark green leaves and deep wine-red trumpet flowers. Native to Brazil, this elegant indoor plant thrives in indirect light.
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Plant Details

Common Name Empress Wine Red Gloxinia
Family Gesneriaceae
Genus Sinningia
Species Speciosa
Variety empress wine red
Origin Brazil
Blooming Spring to Summer with rest period after flowering
Leaf Color Dark green, velvety texture
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Peat-based mix with perlite for drainage, pH 5.5-6.5

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Watering

Water from bottom to keep crown dry, keep soil moist but not soggy during growth, dry out slightly in dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only, avoid direct sun which scorches leaves

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growing season

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and yellow leaves. Cut back foliage after flowering for rest period

Pest Control Aphid Fungus Gnat Mealybug 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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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 79°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1200 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
400 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 80%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
450 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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