Plant Name
Flame Violet (Episcia)
Scientific Name
Episcia cupreata (or a closely related Episcia hybrid)
Family
Gesneriaceae (the same family as African Violets)
Characteristics
- Velvety, fuzzy leaves with metallic shimmer.
- Pink, bronze, green, silver, or chocolate-colored foliage.
- Produces runners (stolons) similar to strawberry plants.
- Often grown for foliage rather than flowers.
- Popular in terrariums, paludariums, and indoor plant collections.
Light Requirements
- Bright indirect light.
- Avoid strong direct sunlight.
- Colors become more vibrant under moderate artificial grow lights.
Water Requirements
- Keep the growing medium slightly moist.
- Do not allow the roots to remain waterlogged.
- Use room-temperature water when possible.
Humidity
- Loves high humidity (60–90%).
- Excellent for terrariums and enclosed growing setups.
Temperature
- Ideal range: 20–28°C (68–82°F).
- Protect from temperatures below 15°C (59°F).
Growth Habit
- Creeping or trailing growth.
- Produces small plantlets on runners that can be propagated easily.
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