Streptocarpus hybrids are irresistible indoor plants with enormous stunning flowers for months at a time. And they’re easy to grow once you have a few tips under your belt.
Streptocarpus hybrids are mostly bred from Streptocarpus rexii, a native of South Africa, and are sometimes called Cape Primrose or Nodding Violets. They have similar growing needs to African violets and florist gloxinias and all belong to the Gesneriaceae family.
The flower stalks sit high above the foliage and carry clusters of flowers. Individual flowers are trumpet shaped and can be up to 7cm across. Flowers range from white to pink to purple and often have a splash of darker colour in their throats.