Gesneriaceae
Chocolate Soldier Plant
Episcia cupreata
Warmth and nurturing.
- Family
- Gesneriaceae
- Genus
- Episcia
- Native to
- Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Type
- perennial
- Height
- 0.5-1 ft
- Sunlight
- bright indirect light
- Soil
- moist, well-drained, peat-based
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 10-12
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- The foliage is as ornamental as the flowers, with leaves displaying chocolate-brown, silver, and copper patterns.
- It spreads by stolons like a strawberry plant, producing baby plants at the ends of runners.
- The genus name Episcia comes from the Greek 'episkios' meaning 'shaded,' indicating its preferred habitat.
- It is related to African violets and has similar growing requirements as a tropical houseplant.
- The leaves have a quilted, embossed texture that catches light beautifully and changes appearance throughout the day.
Color meanings
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warmth
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friendship
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nurturing care