| Common Name | Gloxinia Empress Red |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Sinningia |
| Species | Speciosa |
| Variety | Empress Red |
| Origin | Colombia, Ecuador |
| Blooming | Spring to Summer, tubular flowers on short stems |
| Leaf Color | Dark green with silver hairs |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Peat-based mix with perlite for excellent drainage and aeration
Keep soil moist during growth, water from bottom to avoid wetting crown. Reduce after flowering.
Bright indirect light; avoid direct sun which scorches leaves
Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growing season
Deadhead spent flowers; allow foliage to die back for dormancy in winter
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