0
African violets prefer soil that is slightly acidic, about pH 6.0 to 6.5. You should use fertilizers made for acid loving plants in order to keep the soil acidic. This is important because city tap water is kept slightly basic or alkaline to prevent pipes and equipment from corroding. So prolonged use of tap water will gradually increase the pH of the soil in your containers, and your African violets would lose vigor.
Wiki User
∙ 11y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What is the scientific name for African violets?
The scientific name for African violets is Saintpaulia.
African violets are male or female flowers?
African violets are male and female flowers. They have pistils (the female part) and stamen (the male part)
What time of year do African violets usually grow most?
African violets can be grown all year round in the house using flourescent lights or a North window.
Does African violet reproduce by root cutting?
African violets are propogated by leaf cuttings.
How many petals do violets have?
An African violet has five petals.
Do African violets grow in acid soil?
Yes, African violets like acid soil, some people mix coffee grounds in around the soil to keep it acidic.
What is the scientific name for African violets?
The scientific name for African violets is Saintpaulia.
Are African violets autotrophic or heterotrophic?
African Violets are plants and make their own food, so they are autotrophs.
Can African violets cause an allergic reaction?
Yes, African violets emit pollen which can trigger an allergy.
Do African violets have flowers?
Yes, indeed they do. African violets have beautiful flowers, they grow in many colors.
Can people eat African violets?
no
Who named the African violets?
no-one
Is growing African violets a good hobby?
Growing African violets for a hobby is a lot of fun. You can even join the African violet association www.avsa join a club near you and start showing your African violets, it's very rewarding. Also, this is a wonderful hobby for children.
African violets are male or female flowers?
African violets are male and female flowers. They have pistils (the female part) and stamen (the male part)
How do you plant a circumposed 25 foot African violet tree?
African violets can't grow 25 feet tall. Giant African violets are 12-16 inches.
How do you circumpose and plant a 25 foot African violet tree?
African violets can't grow 25 feet tall. Giant African violets are 12-16 inches.
Are African violets poisonous to cats?
Yes!
