Streptocarpus: A Profile of a House Plant

Streptocarpus is a stemless plant with curiously textured, long, thick, tongue-shaped leaves. Flower stalks bearing white, pink, blue, purple, or red trumpet-shaped flowers, often with contrasting veining, are borne directly from the leaf.

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This plant dislikes summer heat and should be moved to a cool spot, like a basement, at that time. Flowering will occur almost constantly when the plant is happy. When an older leaf shows no more flower buds at its base, remove it.

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Streptocarpus Quick Facts
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Streptocarpus Quick Facts:

Scientific Name: Streptocarpus hybridus

Common Names: Streptocarpus, Cape Primrose

Light Requirement for Streptocarpus: Bright Light

Water Requirement for Streptocarpus: Drench, Let Dry

Humidity for Streptocarpus: High

Temperature for Streptocarpus: House to Cool

Fertilizer for Streptocarpus: High Phosphorus

Potting Mix for Streptocarpus: All-Purpose

Propagation of Streptocarpus: Division, Leaf Cuttings, Seed

Decorative Use for Streptocarpus: Table

Care Rating for Streptocarpus: Demanding

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Larry Hodgson is a full time garden writer working out of Quebec City in the heart of French Canada where he grows well over 3,000 species and varieties. His book credits include Making the Most of Shade, The Garden Lovers Guide to Canada, Perennials for Every Purpose, Annuals for Every Purpose, Houseplants for Dummies, and Ortho’s Complete Guide to Houseplants, as well as other titles in English and French. He’s the winner of the Perennial Plant Association’s 2006 Garden Media Award.