A: The florist gloxinia, Sinningia speciosa, is a gesneriad related to the African violet. Gloxinias have large, deep-green, quilted velvety leaves and large, cuplike blooms in red, pink, purple and ...

When it comes to indoor plants, orchids, begonias, violets, and kalanchoes usually steal the spotlight. However, there's another stunning option that’s just as beautiful, and even more original: ...

The gorgeous gloxinia flower (Sinningia speciosa) is a delightful tropical plant that should be grown indoors unless you live in USDA hardiness zones 11 through 12. If you do live in these tropical or ...

Gloxinias are native to Brazil and can be grown here indoors. They have lovely large leaves and velvety blooms in strong colors. The plants like peaty soil and good light with shade from hot sun, even ...

Q: I have two questions. The leaves of my African violet have tiny thin white insects. What are they and how do I get rid of them? Also, why do leaves of my prayer plant look dry and burnt? A: It ...