{"product_id":"sinningia-speciosa-gloxinia-sonata","title":"Gloxinia - Sinningia speciosa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;This plant, most familiarly known as the Gloxinia, is of the same family as African Violets and Cape Primroses, and its flowers are if anything even more stunning! Add splashes of bright colour, from vibrant purples to deep reds or delicate pinks, to your home- alongside beautiful velvety leaves! Pop it in a bright spot that doesn't get too much sun, allow the pot to feel lighter before watering again, and it will reward your care with gorgeous blooms and the brightest of colours!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis plant, most familiarly known as the Gloxinia, is of the same family as African Violets and Cape Primroses, and its flowers are if anything even more stunning! Add splashes of bright colour, from vibrant purples to deep reds or delicate pinks, to your home- alongside beautiful velvety leaves! Pop it in a bright spot that doesn't get too much sun, allow the pot to feel lighter before watering again, and it will reward your care with gorgeous blooms and the brightest of colours! \u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that these plants come in a variety of colours, and the colour is picked at random. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":19,\"2\":{\"6\":0}}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":41857,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10,\"18\":1}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Sinningia speciosa (Sinning's spectacular plant)\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinningia speciosa \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Sinning's spectacular plant)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":19,\"2\":{\"6\":0}}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":41857,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10,\"18\":1}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Sinningia speciosa (Sinning's spectacular plant)\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":35,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":43}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This species was originally in the Gloxinia genus, but was reclassified as genetic analysis improved. Many people still refer to it as Gloxinia though, as this had become a familiar name!\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis species was originally in the Gloxinia genus, but was reclassified as genetic analysis improved. Many people still refer to it as Gloxinia though, as this had become a familiar name!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Gloxinia, Brazilian Gloxinia, Florist's Gloxinia\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eGloxinia, Brazilian Gloxinia, Florist's Gloxinia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNative to Brazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This plant loves bright indirect light; it can stand a little morning or evening sun but too much will scorch the leaves!\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis plant loves bright indirect light; it can stand a little morning or evening sun but too much will scorch the leaves!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;These plants don't like to be overwatered so if in doubt, wait a few more days to water! They will respond best to bottom-watering as damp petals and leaves can cause disease and mould. When the pot feels slightly light when you pick it up, it's time to water!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThese plants don't like to be overwatered so if in doubt, wait a few more days to water! They will respond best to bottom-watering as damp petals and leaves can cause disease and mould. When the pot feels slightly light when you pick it up, it's time to water!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Average humidity is enough for this tropical plant- just make sure it's not too close to a heater or air con which can dry the plant out too much!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAverage humidity is enough for this tropical plant- just make sure it's not too close to a heater or air con which can dry the plant out too much!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Use a fertile, well-draining mix; components like coir, bark and sand work well. Look for a mix suitable for Streptocarpus. Repot every two years in spring as the plant grows.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eUse a fertile, well-draining mix; components like coir, bark and sand work well. Look for a mix suitable for Streptocarpus. Repot every two years in spring as the plant grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Use a high-potassium feed every two to four waters in the spring and summer, and an ordinary houseplant or streptocarpus fertiliser every month otherwise.\"}' data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eUse a high-potassium feed every two to four waters in the spring and summer, and an ordinary houseplant or streptocarpus fertiliser every month otherwise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Temperature should ideally be between 15-21°C- make sure it doesn't drop below 12°C in winter.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eTemperature should ideally be between 15-21°C- make sure it doesn't drop below 12°C in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Yes, but too much nibbling won't be good for pets, small humans or the plant!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eYes, but too much nibbling won't be good for pets, small humans or the plant!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":9089,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"16\":10}' data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;If the lower leaves of your plant are brown with soft spots on the underside, you are probably overwatering; if the leaves are going brown and crispy it's probably getting too much sun. Because of the dense foliage, watering from below using a tray is best, so the leaves and petals don't sit wet.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eIf the lower leaves of your plant are brown with soft spots on the underside, you are probably overwatering; if the leaves are going brown and crispy it's probably getting too much sun. Because of the dense foliage, watering from below using a tray is best, so the leaves and petals don't sit wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"13cm","offer_id":45386642292989,"sku":"4260928149171","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/gloxinia-sinningia-speciosa-672829.jpg?v=1720376255","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/sinningia-speciosa-gloxinia-sonata","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}