Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid soggy conditions.
Also known as Amethyst-Flower · Bush-Violet · Sapphire-Flower
Amethyst Flower (Browallia speciosa) is a bushy annual or short-lived perennial producing vibrant violet-blue to white star-shaped flowers for a long blooming season.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Avoid direct hot sun which can scorch leaves.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist, allowing the top inch to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained, fertile potting mix
50% intensity
Average to Warm
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures, between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Regular Feeding
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
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 thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid soggy conditions.
Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous flowering.
Light pruning can be done after flowering to maintain shape and remove any leggy or overgrown stems.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep them in a warm, humid environment until roots develop.
Repot annually or every two years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger with good drainage holes.
Use a fresh, well-draining potting mix to provide new nutrients and space for root growth.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Amethyst Flower (Browallia speciosa)
Where Amethyst Flower (Browallia speciosa) is found
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6 known issues from plant disease data
Botrytis blight on Sapphire Flower causes soft brown spots on blooms and leaves, followed by blighting and gray mold on damaged tissue.
Southern wilt in Sapphire Flower causes leaves and stems to droop fast, with sudden whole-plant wilt and collapse while foliage stays green.
Impatiens necrotic spot on Sapphire Flower causes dark spots, ring patterns, leaf distortion, stunting, and tip dieback on young growth.
Spotted wilt on Sapphire Flower causes yellow or brown ring patterns, necrotic spotting, distorted growth, and collapsing stems or buds.
Fusarium wilt in Sapphire Flower causes uneven yellowing, drooping leaves, and steady wilting that spreads upward until the plant declines.
Verticillium wilt in Sapphire Flower causes lower leaves to yellow and wilt, often on one side first, before the whole plant weakens.
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Browallia |
| Species | Browallia speciosa |
Similar in genus Browallia
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