African Violet

Streptocarpus ionanthus
(formerly classified as Saintpaulia ionantha)

Add beautiful year-round color to your indoor plant collection with this rooted and established African Violet. Streptocarpus ionanthus, commonly known as the African Violet, is a beloved flowering houseplant known for its soft, velvety green foliage and clusters of colorful flowers. Depending on the individual plant or cultivar, blooms may appear in shades of violet, purple, blue, pink, white, or combinations of these colors.

This healthy plant has developed an established root system and is actively growing, giving you a strong foundation for continued flowering and foliage development. With proper light, moisture, and care, African Violets can bloom repeatedly throughout the year, making them an excellent choice for anyone looking to add long-lasting flowers to an indoor plant collection.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Streptocarpus ionanthus
• Former Botanical Name: Saintpaulia ionantha
• Common Name: African Violet
• Plant Type: Rooted & Established Flowering Houseplant
• Growth Stage: Established young plant
• Growth Habit: Compact, low-growing rosette
• Light: Bright, indirect light
• Water: Keep moderately moist while avoiding saturated soil
• Soil: Light, loose, well-draining African Violet potting mix
• Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
• Mature Size: Commonly approximately 6–12 inches tall and wide, depending on cultivar
• Hardiness: Tropical perennial primarily grown as an indoor houseplant

What You’ll Receive

• One healthy, rooted and established African Violet
• Securely packaged for safe shipping
• Ready to continue growing in its nursery pot
• Flower color and number of blooms may vary depending on the individual plant and its growth cycle

Great For

• Flowering houseplant collections
• Windowsills with filtered light
• Desktops and workspaces
• Shelves and plant stands
• Apartments and smaller spaces
• Indoor gardens
• African Violet collections
• Adding year-round indoor color
• Beginner and experienced plant enthusiasts

Care Tips

• Provide bright, indirect light to encourage healthy foliage and flowering.
• Avoid intense direct afternoon sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
• Water when the upper surface of the potting mix begins to feel slightly dry.
• African Violets generally respond best to room-temperature water.
• Avoid leaving the potting mix continuously saturated because excessive moisture can contribute to root and crown problems.
• When possible, water directly at the soil level rather than routinely wetting the foliage.
• Use a light, porous potting mix specifically formulated for African Violets or other small flowering houseplants.
• Remove spent flowers and damaged leaves to maintain a clean plant and encourage continued growth.
• Feed during active growth with an African Violet or balanced houseplant fertilizer according to the product’s directions.

Important Information

Plants are living organisms, and every plant is naturally unique. Plant size, leaf size, shape, coloration, flower color, number of blooms, and overall appearance may vary depending on the individual plant and its stage of growth. Minor cosmetic imperfections are normal and do not affect the health of the plant.

This listing is for a rooted and established African Violet. Because flowering occurs in natural cycles, your plant may arrive with open flowers, flower buds, spent blooms, or without flowers at the time of delivery. The absence of flowers upon arrival does not indicate an unhealthy plant. With appropriate growing conditions, established African Violets are capable of producing additional flowering cycles.

Every plant is carefully inspected, watered as appropriate, and packaged before shipping to help ensure it arrives healthy and ready to thrive in its new home.

Please Note

African Violets are generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, making them a popular option for pet-friendly houseplant collections. As with any ornamental plant, intentional consumption is not recommended.

At Hidden Grove Apothecary & Plant Shop, we take pride in offering healthy, high-quality plants, allowing you to enjoy the rewarding experience of nurturing beautiful plants as they establish, grow, and produce their distinctive blooms for years to come.