{"product_id":"african-violets-streptocarpus-sect-saintpaulia","title":"Saintpaulia – White Mini African Violet","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCompact, charming, and endlessly blooming, the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhite Mini African Violet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e produces neat rosettes of soft green leaves and delicate pure-white flowers that brighten any indoor space. Its small size makes it ideal for windowsills, desks, and plant shelves, where it can flower on and off throughout the year with the right care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eSaintpaulia ionantha\u003c\/i\u003e (commonly used in horticulture; now reclassified as \u003ci\u003eStreptocarpus ionanthus\u003c\/i\u003e, section \u003ci\u003eSaintpaulia\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eStreptocarpus sect. Saintpaulia\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eStreptocarpus ionanthus\u003c\/i\u003e (sect. \u003ci\u003eSaintpaulia\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eAfrican Violet, Mini African Violet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNative to the cloud forests of Tanzania and south-eastern Kenya.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light. Direct sun can scorch the leaves, while too little light may prevent flowering. A north- or east-facing windowsill is ideal, or use grow lights in darker rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eKeep the soil lightly moist but never soggy. Water from the bottom where possible to avoid splashing the fuzzy leaves. Allow the top of the compost to just dry before watering again. Use room-temperature water only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEnjoys moderate humidity. Avoid misting directly onto leaves; instead, place on a pebble tray with water to increase moisture around the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a light, free-draining mix with added perlite. African violet–specific compost blends are perfect. Repot every 1–2 years into a slightly larger pot, but avoid oversizing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 2–3 weeks in spring and summer with a high-potash liquid fertiliser to encourage blooms. Reduce feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives between 18–24°C. Protect from cold drafts and keep away from unheated windowsills in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNon-toxic to cats and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRotate the pot a little each week so the rosette stays even and compact, as African violets naturally grow towards the light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWith the right care, mini African violets can flower almost continuously, bringing year-round colour in a very small footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":43129260015869,"sku":"CF1940","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/IMG_2154-37.jpg?v=1756819186","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.live\/products\/african-violets-streptocarpus-sect-saintpaulia","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}