| Common Name | Gloxinia Empress Red Picotee |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Sinningia |
| Species | Speciosa |
| Variety | Empress Red Picotee |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Blooming | Vibrant red flowers with white picotee edges, spring to summer. |
| Leaf Color | Dark green, velvety texture |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Peat-based potting mix with perlite for drainage, avoid heavy clay soils.
Keep soil evenly moist during active growth; water from bottom to prevent crown rot. Reduce watering when foliage yellows in dormancy.
Bright indirect light only; direct sun scorches leaves and fades flower color. Rotate plant for even growth.
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during blooming season; stop feeding after flowering ends.
Deadhead spent flowers promptly by twisting stem at base. Remove yellow leaves. Allow rest period after bloom cycle.
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