Episcia fimbriata, the Blue Heaven Flame Violet, is a tropical perennial prized for its velvety, rippled, silver-green leaves and delicate white, fringed flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect
75% intensity
Prefers 10-12 hours of bright, filtered light daily. Avoid direct sun.
Keep moist
75% intensity
Water when top inch of soil is dry. Avoid water on leaves.
Well-draining, peaty potting mix
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Ideal range is 20-24°C. Avoid drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Regular feeding during growth
50% intensity
Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks in spring/summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when the top centimeter of soil feels dry. Use room temperature water to avoid shocking the roots.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but never allow the soil to dry out completely. Avoid getting water on the foliage to prevent spotting.
Pinch back leggy stems to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Remove any yellowing or dead leaves promptly to maintain plant health and appearance. Pruning also helps to shape the plant and control its size.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings or runners. Take a healthy stem cutting about 5-10 cm long and root it in moist potting mix or water.
Runners that develop can also be gently detached and potted up once they have developed roots.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound, typically in spring. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix formulated for African violets or houseplants.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Blue Heaven Flame Violet (Episcia fimbriata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Episcia |
| Species | Episcia fimbriata |
Similar in genus Episcia
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