| Botanical name | Streptocarpus Species |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Semi Frost Hardy Semi Frost Hardy – Is Able to Survive Moderately Low Temperatures.  Indigenous Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | The flowers are long-tubed, primrose-like and usually have 5 petals in shades of red, blue, purple, yellow, white and orange. |
| Common name(s) | Cape Primrose |
| Origin | |
| Foliage | Streptocarpus species has velvety and heavily veined foliage. |
| Planting instructions | Plant in medium to bright indirect light. |
| Soil conditions | Well drainedMoistEnrichedWell drained |
| Uses | Uses:: Cullinary: Medicinal: Cultural: Commercial: Cosmetics: Other Uses: floral arrangements Part Used: Attracts: Features: |
Streptocarpus Species (Cape Primrose)
- Botanical name: Streptocarpus Species
- Common name(s): Cape Primrose
- Categories: Ground Covers and Perennials
Plant description:
Streptocarpus species has velvety and heavily veined foliage. The flowers are long-tubed, primrose-like and usually have 5 petals in shades of red, blue, purple, yellow, white and orange. Plant in medium to bright indirect light, a bit of morning or late afternoon sun will be fine. The flowers can also be used as cut flowers. This plant is more of an indoor plant.
Family: Gesneriaceae
Synonym: –
Botanical Pronunciation: –
Streptocarpus Species requirements and features
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Requires moderate maintenance.
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The flowers are long-tubed, primrose-like and usually have 5 petals in shades of red, blue, purple, yellow, white and orange.
Streptocarpus species has velvety and heavily veined foliage.
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