Streptocarpus 'Sphinx'

cape primrose

Eventual height & spread

Streptocarpus 'Sphinx'

cape primrose

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  • Position: Partial shade
  • Soil: Peat free, general purpose compost
  • Rate of growth: Average
  • Flowering period: February to November
  • Hardiness: Frost tender


Long, slender leaves, which are heavily veined and slightly wrinkled, form a basal rosette, from which the flower stems emerge in spring, summer and autumn, each carrying several exotic-looking blooms. Originating from tropical regions, they are easy to grow house plants, which will typically put on a mouth-watering display of attractively patterned, violet-purple flowers over an incredibly long period.

We’re proud to support our British growers, and having been raised by one of our trusted UK nurseries, this indoor plant has a low carbon footprint, which makes it perfect for an eco-friendly collection or gift.


  • Home care:
    Throughout the growing season, keep them quite well watered, but as they are sensitive to overwatering, allow the compost to get a little dry in between; during this time they should also be fed with a high potash fertiliser. Remove spent flowers as they fade and trim back any old leaves that are past their best. Overwinter on a south or west-facing windowsill and water less often. Repot each spring into a slightly larger, shallow pot filled with fibre-based compost. They can also be used as summer bedding - grow in fertile, humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in partial shade.