Sinningia speciosa Empress Lavender Bicolour

Gloxinia (Empress Lavender Bicolour)

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Tuberous perennial with velvety dark green leaves and large lavender trumpet blooms. Requires bright indirect light; maintain consistent moisture without wetting foliage to prevent tuber rot.
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Plant Details

Common Name Gloxinia (Empress Lavender Bicolour)
Family Gesneriaceae
Genus Sinningia
Species Speciosa
Variety Empress Lavender Bicolour
Origin Brazil
Blooming Spring to Summer, sometimes year-round indoors
Leaf Color Dark green, velvety
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 aeration; pH 5.5-6.5

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Watering

Water from bottom to keep foliage dry. Reduce watering in winter during tuber dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only; direct sun scorches leaves. Rotate plant regularly.

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Fertilization

Half-strength balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth; stop when buds form

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers and yellow leaves promptly. Allow plant to rest in winter

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 6 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 81°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
50% – 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)
50 – 150
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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