Author: Summer Holladay
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What Is a Species Violet?
The species are the plants which grew wild in the region of modern Tanzania and Kenya. Some still exist in the wild, although much of their habitat has been cleared for agriculture. Early specimens were collected as early as 1884. But in 1892, Captain Baron Walter Saint Paul collected a plant naming it “das violette…
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Types of African Violet Leaves
With a rich history in hybridization, it’s no wonder there are so many kinds of foliage on these magical flowers.
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How to Propagate an African Violet from a Leaf
Propagating African Violets isn’t difficult, but once your initial setup is done, it’s a “hurry up and wait” kind of deal.
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Trimming Achimenes and Propagating Cuttings
Many gesneriads require that you trim the end of growth to encourage a bushier, fuller plant. Achimenes the perfect example of this.
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