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South Africa. Originally African came from Tanzania Africa. The proper name for them is Saintpaulia. Seeds came from Germany. Armacost & Royston Greenhouse in Los Angeles grew them in the 1940's - 1970's approximately and was the first large greenhouse to grow them.
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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.
What non food products come from a rain forest?
African violets
What is the scientific name for African violets?
The scientific name for African violets is Saintpaulia.
Do African violets have flowers?
Yes, indeed they do. African violets have beautiful flowers, they grow in many colors.
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.
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.
Where are violets grown?
If your asking about African violets they can be found in some plant nursuries or in your local hardware store. They can be found online also. African violets are sold pretty much all over the world. I have shipped to different countries when I had my business.
