Gloxinia erinoides is a small, herbaceous perennial with a compact growth habit. It features attractive, textured leaves and small, bell-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Keep consistently moist, allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings
75% intensity
Well-draining potting mix, rich in organic matter.
50% intensity
Warm temperatures
75% intensity
Ideal range is 20-25°C. Avoid drafts and sudden temperature drops.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Feed during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks from spring to summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Gloxinia erinoides prefers consistently moist soil, but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top centimeter of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly during its dormant period in winter.
Avoid getting water on the leaves to prevent fungal issues.
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage more flowering and maintain a tidy appearance. Remove any yellowing or diseased leaves promptly.
Prune back overgrown stems in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges to shape the plant.
Gloxinia erinoides can be propagated by stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. Take cuttings in spring or summer and root them in a moist, well-draining potting mix.
Leaf cuttings can be taken by cutting a healthy leaf and dividing it into sections, each with a portion of a vein.
Repot Gloxinia erinoides every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. The best time to repot is in early spring before active growth begins.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Gloxinia Erinoides (Gloxinia erinoides)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Gloxinia |
| Species | Gloxinia erinoides |
Similar in genus Gloxinia
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