| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Plant Height: | 6 - 8 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 8 - 12 inches |
| Leaves: | Evergreen |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Purple Other: Purple with deep blue veining. |
| Bloom Size: | 2"-3" |
| Flower Time: | Spring Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall Fall |
| Suitable Locations: | Houseplant Terrariums |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Needs specific temperature: 70-75 degrees F |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Leaf Division |
| Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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