Life Span
Annual and Perennial
Biennial
Type
Tender Perennial
Vegetable
Origin
Eastern Africa
Southern Europe, Western Europe, Mediterranean
Types
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Wild cabbage, Cabbage, Savoy cabbage
Habitat
Rocky Ridges, Shores of rivers or lakes, Tropical Climate, tropical environments
Fertile bottom land, Moist Soils, Well Drained
USDA Hardiness Zone
11-12
4-8
Sunset Zone
H1, 23, 24
A1, A2, A3, H1, H2, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Cushion/Mound-forming
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Purple, Violet
Yellow
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Dark Green
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Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
Green
Leaf Shape
Ovate
Broad, Unlobed
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Loam
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Neutral
Neutral
Soil Drainage
Average
Well drained
Bloom Time
Indeterminate
Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Tolerances
Drought
Drought
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground, Pot
Container, Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, stem tip cuttings
Seedlings, Transplanting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Keep ground moist, Keep the Soil well drained, Medium, Requires regular watering
Average Water Needs, Keep ground moist, Needs a lot of water initially, Needs watering once a week, Never Over-water
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil Type
Loam
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Pinch Tips, Prune prior to new growth, Prune to stimulate growth
Prune lower leaves, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
5-10-10 fertilizer, All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, Apply 10-10-10 amount
Pests and Diseases
Grey mold, Leaf spot, Mites, Root rot
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Fine
Bold
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Butterflies, Flying insects, Hummingbirds
Insects
Allergy
Pollen
allergic reaction, breathing problems, Dizziness, Headache, Itchiness, Low blood pressure, Runny nose, Skin rash, Stomach pain, Swelling
Aesthetic Uses
Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Decorating walls, Hanging Basket, Showy Purposes, Used for decorating walls, fences, gates, hedges, etc.
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Beauty Benefits
-
Good for skin
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
-
anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, Cardiovascular problems, cholesterol-lowering, Detoxification, Fiber, Minerals, Nutrients, Vitamin C
Part of Plant Used
Flowers, Leaves
Fruits
Other Uses
Used as Ornamental plant, Used for bedding in gardens
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Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
Insignificant
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Edging, Houseplant, Tropical
Edible, Herb / Vegetable
Botanical Name
EXACUM affine
BRASSICA oleracea 'Diablo'( Gemmifera Group)
Common Name
German Violet, Persian Violet
Brussels Sprouts
In Hindi
persian violet
Brussels Sprouts plant
In German
persian violet
Rosenkohl Pflanze
In French
persian violet
Choux de Bruxelles plante
In Spanish
Violeta persa
planta de coles de Bruselas
In Greek
Περσικό Violet
φυτό Λαχανάκια Βρυξελλών
In Portuguese
Violeta persa
Couves de Bruxelas planta
In Polish
Persian Violet
Brukselka roślin
In Latin
hyacinthum Persarum
Bruxellis pullulat herba
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Gentianales
Capparales
Family
Gentianaceae
Brassicaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Season and Care of Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts
Season and care of Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts is important to know. While considering everything about Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts Care, growing season is an essential factor. Persian Violet season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Brussels Sprouts season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Persian Violet is Loam and for Brussels Sprouts is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Persian Violet is Neutral and for Brussels Sprouts is Neutral.
Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts Physical Information
Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts physical information is very important for comparison. Persian Violet height is 25.40 cm and width 25.40 cm whereas Brussels Sprouts height is 121.92 cm and width 60.96 cm. The color specification of Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts are as follows:
Persian Violet flower color: Purple and Violet
Persian Violet leaf color: Dark Green
Brussels Sprouts flower color: Yellow
- Brussels Sprouts leaf color:
Care of Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts
Care of Persian Violet and Brussels Sprouts include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Persian Violet pruning is done Pinch Tips, Prune prior to new growth and Prune to stimulate growth and Brussels Sprouts pruning is done Prune lower leaves, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Persian Violet needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Brussels Sprouts needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.