How to grow Flame Violet

Episcia cupreata

Dappled Sun
OR
Indoor
Low

Flame violet can be started from small new plants that grow at the end of the runners.¹ Grows well in a hanging basket.¹ Needs plenty of light but not direct sunshine.² Let the soil dry out slightly between waterings. Does not tolerate water on its leaves. Give small doses of a weak plant food solution every two weeks in the summer time.

Episcia likes to be located among other plants. It helps create a good environment for other plants.

Growing Flame Violet from seed

Reproduced primarily by runners.¹

For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 13°C / 55°F.

Transplanting Flame Violet

Keep the humidity high for this plant.

Flame Violet is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

How long does Flame Violet take to grow?

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Flame Violet Etymology

Named “flame” due to the color of the flowers

Other names for Flame Violet

carpet plant

Episcia cupreata (Hook.) Hanst, Achimenes cupreata

Footnotes

¹ Flowers of India

² House Platntz