Primulina tamiana
Also Known As
- Vietnamese Violet
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3"
- W: 5"
planting zones
- 10a-11
Primulina tamiana plant details
Primulina tamiana is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer purple and white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Primulina tamiana
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: gesneriacea
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 IN wide, 3 IN tall
- Flowers: purple and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, tropical-looking, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Primulina tamiana
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This delightful miniature violet is perfect for terrariums or window gardens with limited space. Sprays of small tubular white flowers marked with purple throats dance above the small round green foliage. Growing no more that 3" in height, it will flower most of the year as long as the light quality is adequate.
Gardening facts about Primulina tamiana plant
How to Grow Primulina tamiana
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 4"-8"
Width: 8"-18"
- bright shade - dappled shade
- regular
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