Where it grows
Sinningia bullata naturally occurs in Brazil, on the island of Florianopolis.
Special features
Sinningia bullata is an intriguing caudex plant has a strange tuberous stem. It has veiny, dark green leaves and produces dark orange flowers in mid-summer. The stems and undersides of the leaves are ‘woolly’.
It is closely related to the popular ‘African Violet’.
Care Guide
This species’ leaves are relatively light-sensitive and burn easily in too much sun. Sinningia bullata should be kept under at least 60% shade cloth. The soil medium should be well draining, and preferably include both organic material and gritty components. Water well in spring and summer. Keep it dry when it is dormant and without leaves in winter, but provide it with a gentle misting of water if the tuber starts to dehydrate.
Growing season
Spring and summer.
Propagation
Seed.