Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Avoid letting the soil completely dry out.
Sinningia incarnata is a tropical perennial native to Brazil, known for its vibrant pink tubular flowers and fuzzy foliage. It thrives in warm, humid environments.
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 moist but not soggy
50% intensity
Allow the topsoil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average room temperature
50% intensity
Thrives between 18-24°C; avoid cold drafts and temperatures below 13°C.
Regular feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted every 2-4 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Allow excess water to drain away to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter dormancy.
Avoid letting the soil completely dry out.
Prune spent flower stalks to encourage more blooms and maintain a tidy appearance. After flowering, you can cut back the foliage to near soil level to encourage a new growth cycle, especially if the plant looks leggy or worn out.
Propagate from leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, or division of tubers. For leaf cuttings, insert a healthy leaf into moist potting mix. Tubers can be divided during repotting.
Patience is key, as new growth may take several weeks.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant outgrows its current pot. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering issues.
Refresh the soil and check the tuber.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Sinningia Incarnata (Sinningia incarnata)
Where Sinningia Incarnata (Sinningia incarnata) is found
Density
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus | Sinningia |
| Species | Sinningia incarnata |
Similar in genus Sinningia
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