sinningia
pusilla
pusilla
Care level
Medium
This adorable miniature grows no bigger than a teacup, making it perfect for tiny terrariums and fairy gardens. Despite its diminutive size, it produces an abundance of delicate purple-white flowers that float above tiny leaves like little butterflies throughout most of the year.
Care & maintenance
Light
Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.
Temperature
Warm (18°C - 27°C)
Fertilization frequency
Low
Once per season.
Soil
Choose a African violet mix: A light, porous mix that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged. Provides the slightly acidic environment preferred by some plants.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Standard size
Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.
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Features
Size & growth
Small
Upright
Moderate growth
This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach up to 30 cm in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & self-pollinating
The sinningia pusilla can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is capable of self-pollination, it does not need another individual to fertilize itself and therefore produce fruits.