Gloxinia (Sinningia speciosa)

Gloxinias are prized for their large, velvety, bell-shaped flowers in rich shades of red, pink, purple, blue, and white, often with contrasting throats or edges. The fuzzy, oval leaves form a attractive rosette. These tuberous perennials are typically grown as flowering houseplants, providing months of color with proper care. They go dormant after blooming, requiring a rest period.

Secrets of Success

• LIGHT: High light indoors (bright, indirect; east or west window). Avoid direct hot sun.
• WATER: Water when soil surface feels dry; keep drier during winter dormancy. Use room-temperature water; avoid wetting leaves and crown.
• FERTILIZER: Feed regularly (every 2 weeks) with a balanced houseplant fertilizer during active growth and flowering.
• HUMIDITY: Thrives with high humidity—use misting, pebble tray, or group with other plants.

Care Tips

After flowering, gradually reduce watering as leaves yellow. Store dormant tubers in dry soil at 50–60°F for 2–3 months. Repot in fresh soil and resume watering to initiate new growth.