Every year, international communities of violet lovers receive many unusual varieties of these indoor beauties , on the creation of which specialists in the field of breeding in all countries of the world work tirelessly.
Occasionally, breeders manage to develop a completely extraordinary variety or hybrid , the representatives of which have a magical effect on their creator and other gardeners. Because of their enchanting qualities, authors usually use the word "magic" in the title. Such violets fascinate with the decorativeness of the rosette, the abundance or size of the buds, the doubleness or fancy coloring of the flowers, or their patient character.
The conditions for keeping “magic” Saintpaulias in general do not differ from the classical scheme, but
each variety has minor nuances .
Violet varieties RS-White Magic, RS-Magia Spring, EC-Magia Vulcan, RS-Magia Carmen, RS-Ancient Magic, Magic of Transformation (Morev) are included in the genus Saintpaulia, representing the Gesneriev family.
RS-White magic
A magnificent variegated variety bred by breeder from Lugansk Svetlana Nikolaevna Repkina.
Species affiliation
In terms of the size of the rosette, the violet RS-White Magic is a classic representative of the standard type. According to the color of the leaf blades, they belong to the variegated fringing type, according to the size of the flower - to large-flowered ones, and according to its color - to monochromatic violets.
Description of the variety
Uzambara violet forms a medium-sized rosette, characterized by sufficient compactness and neat configuration. The round-shaped leaf blades have wavy serrations along the edge. The leaf surface is smooth, leathery, with a bright venation pattern.
A distinctive feature of the variety is a bright white ribbon bordering the dark green leaves . The white edging can only slightly outline the outline with a dotted pattern or occupy up to a third of the leaf plate, giving the violet a special solemnity.
Large buds of White Magic bloom with snow-white heavy corollas (up to 8 cm) of medium terry . The volume of the flower is given by the fringe of each petal.
Saintpaulia has a cap type of flowering.
Features of growth and flowering
The variety is a fast-growing violet with a good growth rate. But with strong variegation of leaves, development may slow down due to reduced chlorophyll content.
quite easily . The flower stalks are elastic, but when all the buds open, they can fall onto the leaves under their weight.
The first flowering is weak, but by the second time the violet forms a rich head of flowers. Then it blooms vigorously and for a long time.
The cap bouquet in adult specimens with its diameter is capable of closing the leaf rosette.
Nuances of maintenance and care
Violet White Magic is suitable for experienced flower growers and beginners - the flower is not capricious and is not picky in its care. But there are some difficult points:
- the plant should not be placed on a windowsill, as with abundant lighting the rosette in the center thickens - a shelving unit is better suited;
IMPORTANT! The necessary additional lighting should be placed at a sufficient distance from the violet - bright light reduces the variegation of the leaf, changes the white edging to a pink or beige tone.
- variegated violet shows cool content (up to +18 +20°C) - in this case, the white pattern will be brighter and larger.
Reviews
Anna Semyonovna. “I am very pleased with the White Magic variety. I have three bushes, and they all delight me with huge caps of white snow. They bloom for a long time. But I think that the variety belongs to ripening violets - only after the second flowering did each of my “magicians” gain strength and real beauty.”
Seryoga. “My wife has wanted a violet for a long time. I gave her a flower on March 8th, the seller called it White Magic. In the store the leaves were almost white, but at home they quickly turned into ordinary green leaves. I went to the store again for an explanation. It turned out that it is hot and there is a lot of light for violets. They removed the pot from the window and moved it to another room, where it was cooler. Now we are waiting for the white stripe to appear.”
RS-Magic of Spring
The variety is the result of breeding work by S.N. Repkina , presented to flower growers in 2013.
Species affiliation
Photo and description of the violet RS-Magia Vesny Violet characterizes it as follows:
- belongs to the standard type , as it forms a leaf rosette of not very large diameter;
- according to the size of the corolla - large-flowered,
- color: finger Saintpaulia.
Description
The plant forms an even, dense rosette of leaf plates of a round configuration. The leaves are a dark shade of green with a slight tint of brown, have a slight waviness of the edges, a glossy surface and a thin coating of villi.
Large corollas consist of a layering of petals with wavy tips, which creates a feeling of strong double flowers . On the white petals of the buds, spots of lilac-blue tones with varying densities of tonality are scattered in a chaotic manner.
Features of growth and flowering
Varietal violets “Magic of Spring” have no significant differences:
- grow and develop quite quickly;
- bloom readily, forming lush flower caps.
The intensity of bud formation and the increase in the fullness of the corollas increases at first with each new flowering.
The presence of blue spots and their tinting according to the tint scale depends solely on the characteristics of the specimen.
Saintpaulias appreciate a little help in the rosette formation process. You can make a corset for them, and an even rosette will be obtained if the plant is regularly rotated a few degrees relative to the light source.
Nuances of maintenance and care
The variety is suitable for cultivation by beginners using the experience and advice of experienced gardeners. Like all white violets, this variety loves good light, but does not tolerate bright rays, so it requires shading during the midday hours.
ADVICE! You should not allow the Magic of Spring to be affected by extreme heat (more than 30°C) - this can lead to shredding of the buds and paleness of the leaf rosette. But low temperatures and drafts also disrupt the decorative appearance of violets.
When watering at the root, under no circumstances should drops of water fall on the leaves and flowers - this will lead to the formation of stains and rot.
Reviews
Stanislav Sergeevich. “I have been working with violets for many years, I have an extensive collection of Svetlana Nikolaevna’s varieties. What is attractive about them is their easy care and low plant requirements. The “Magic of Spring” variety captivated us with its scattering of delicate lilac spots on the petals. I’ll leave it in the collection.”
Olechka. “Mom has a lot of different violets on the windowsill, but I like a beautiful flower that Mom calls the Magic of Spring. She says he is magical. I know this too, because the violet, with its wonderful outfit, looks like my Princess Sofia.”
Features of growth and flowering
Violet Maria grows and develops slowly. This is one of the reasons why breeders recommend growing several violets of this variety at once - it is very sporty. It is quite rare to obtain a plant of the desired variety.
The Fairy variety produces very beautiful curly rosettes, but you cannot call each one Maria. Maria is a wavy leaf and rosettes that look like a head of cabbage - otherwise she is the same Fairy.
Saintpaulia Maria sports very often.
It is also worth noting that Maria belongs to the violet variety, which easily turns into sport , and sport from her can turn into the primary variety.
RS-Magic Carmen
The variety with the original coloring of the corollas was created by breeder S.N. Repkina and presented to the court of flower growers in 2008.
Species affiliation
In terms of the size of the rosette, specimens of the variety can be characterized as large standard . According to the color of the corollas, they belong to the two-color type, and according to the shape of the flower - to the star type.
Description
Saintpaulias are distinguished by a large diameter leaf rosette , which has a very symmetrical outline. Small leathery leaf plates are supported by long petioles. The round leaves are brownish-green in color, have heavily depressed veins and a shiny surface.
Violet RS-Magia Carmen is a representative of the cap type of flowering. On one specimen, weakly double and simple-structured corollas can bloom simultaneously.
The diameter of the flowers is closer to large - ranging from 5 to 7 cm. Each strong peduncle supports up to 5 buds.
The petals are painted in a deep pink tone with a thick white edging along the contour.
Features of growth and flowering
The Magic Carmen variety retains the decorative appearance of each flower for a whole month , blooms readily and for a long time, forming many buds.
FLAW! The temperature regime is responsible for the brightness and two-color color of the corollas: the higher the temperature, the brighter the pink tone and the smaller the white ribbon around the edge. In cool weather, the pink paint may disappear, bringing the color to a pure white color.
From flowering to flowering, the decorativeness and size of the corollas are constantly changing for the better.
Nuances of maintenance and care
Since the color of violets is highly susceptible to temperature, the main concern of gardeners is to find a balance between degrees and shades . Maintaining the decorativeness of Saintpaulia depends on the correct choice of thermometer readings.
Reviews
Santana. “I have one violet of the Magic Carmen variety sitting in a flowerpot and four in plastic cups (I grow it for my friends, I can’t get around to replanting it). I noticed that in small glasses Carmen forms many more buds and blooms more luxuriantly and brightly.”
Igor. “I saw the Magic of Carmen at the exhibition and fell in love. Such an incomparable play of pink shades in a white frame. When I found out that the color scheme can be changed due to temperature, I bought it without hesitation for a minute.”
Violet Maria (T. Dadoyan)
Tender violet Maria (T. Dadoyan).
The species that loves mountainous Africa, “violet” (or Saintpaulia), contains both annual and perennial plants . It belongs to the Gesneriaceae family. The flower has enjoyed enormous unabating popularity all over the world for many decades. The species is valuable not only for the diverse beauty of its varieties, but also for its rather unpretentious maintenance requirements.
The main thing is to know the basics of care , and sincerely admire your specimen - this way the plant will try its best to please the owner with exuberant flowering.
History of origin
Experienced and widely known breeder Tatyana Lvovna Dadoyan obtained Maria by sporting from the Fairy variety . The fairy, a double miracle, covered with large white flowers with a deep pink tint, became a good parent, passing on to Mary all her varietal beauty. This is how a luxurious fixed sport turned out.
The variety belongs to Tatyana Dadoyan.
Quote (T.L. Dadoyan): “The flowers are large, up to 7 cm. Densely double, they remain in the form of “heads of cabbage” for a long time during dissolution. The petals are white with a slight pinkish tint, along the edge there is a crimson border with a dusting and a thick green ruffle. The leaf is medium green, wavy.”
Maria has the same one as the Fairy:
- Fluffy corrugated edge frill of petals;
- And the delightful shape of the flowers, reminiscent of a delicate rose enclosed in a head of cabbage.
Distinctive features
- Densely double large flowers (5 – 7 cm);
- The petals are white with a pinkish tint, the border is from fuchse to bright crimson, ending in a light green thick ruffle;
- The brightness of the color is determined by temperature and lighting;
- Flowering is exceptionally long;
- The leaves are standard, lush green, with a light wavy edge and curly at the rosette;
- Loose, voluminous rosette;
- The petioles are long.
The plant develops slowly; before flowering it needs to become sufficiently strong , but this feature is more than compensated for by its unpretentiousness and abundance of children.
Advice! A real varietal plant will “overgrow” with a light green ruffle in any case, but to be sure, you should wait for at least the third flowering.
PC-Ancient Magic
Another excellent result of breeding research by S.N. Repkina, received in 2014.
Species affiliation
Based on the size of the leaf rosette, violet RS-Ancient Magic can be safely described as a standard.
Description
A magnificent variety with magical flower colors. The plant forms a neat, compact rosette. The dark green leaf blades are enlivened by a light green central vein.
The leaves are elongated-oval in shape with smooth wavy edges and slight villi. The reverse side is painted in a reddish tone.
Violet can be called a contrasting variety for its unforgettably beautiful color palette. Large buds open with medium-double corollas. Petals with slightly wavy edges enchant with the mysterious color of purple fuchsia with white patterns along the contour.
Features of growth and flowering
The variety blooms very profusely in a cap type. Despite the neatness of the outlet, sometimes due to an oversight the leaf plates are pulled upward.
The splendor of each flower and the decorative appearance of the entire violet gradually intensifies from flowering to flowering.
The color scheme has some variability within the lilac-blue range with purple streaks.
The width of the white patterned tape depends on the specific specimen and the conditions of detention.
Nuances of maintenance and care
The bright color and abundant flowering of Ancient Magic require regular feeding and adherence to watering regimes.
When applying fertilizers, you should pay attention to the percentage of chemical elements in different stages of violet life. When flowering, it is important to reduce the amount of nitrogen, otherwise Saintpaulia will grow.
ATTENTION! Watering violets Ancient magic should be regular, but not abundant.
After watering, remove excess water from the pan. This will protect the specimens from rot. For the same purpose, a good drainage layer is needed in the flowerpot.
Reviews
Maria Alexandrovna. “I bought a dying plant at a sale and went out. What a surprise it was when the violet bloomed. It turned out to be Ancient magic. I’ve been admiring the exotic beauty for a week now.”
Nina Vasilievna. “I like to do everything in floriculture, as in life, according to the rules - sometimes this saves the life of plants. I have never neglected drainage, so my Ancient Magic, recently donated and already transplanted, calmly acclimatized and steadfastly endured the procedure.”
Basic rules of care in indoor culture
For Saintpaulia "ND Smuglyanka" it is enough to comply with standard maintenance regimes.
Growing conditions in collections
Ideally located on eastern and western windows , the northern direction requires lighting, the southern direction requires violet shading.
Features of watering and fertilizing
Watering frequency – twice a week after drying the soil; feeding - once a month as needed.
Light level
The violet requires long-term illumination with a diffuse spectrum without contact with the direct rays of the luminary.
Optimal temperature conditions
Saintpaulia is most suitable for a microclimate with temperatures of +20 + 24°C.
A note on the temperature regime of violets.
Indoor air humidity
Humidifiers or regular spraying near the violet will help increase humidity
Substrate requirements
A nutritious, aerated, water-permeable substrate with a light structure is required Be sure to have drainage in the flowerpot.
Hygienic cleaning
should be carried out .
Nuances of the transplant procedure
Young violets can be replanted once a year, adult specimens - as they grow out of the flowerpot. The choice between transplantation or transshipment depends on the goals of the procedure.
EK-Volcano Magic
The variegated variety represents the achievements of the breeder from Togliatti, Elena Vasilievna Korshunova. This is a completely new product, released for sale in 2022.
Species affiliation
In terms of the size of the leaf rosette, the variety is included in the standard type , in terms of the color of the leaf blades it is a typical variegated type, in terms of the color of the corolla it is a monochromatic type, and in terms of the flower shape it is a simple rounded star.
Description
Violet EK-Magic of the Volcano forms a fairly neat rosette , although not too dense in fullness. Rounded-elongated leaves are arranged on long petioles in a mosaic pattern throughout the rosette space.
A distinctive feature is the variegated leaves of the bordering type : the dark green of the glossy leaf plates along the contour is surrounded by a pink patterned ribbon with crimson reflections. In some copies, the pink insert fills more than half of the sheet.
Above the rosette are large (up to 7 cm) corollas of simple shape, colored with tints of crimson with a transition to cherry shades. The edges of the petals are decorated with strong wavy , and their special charm is achieved by their velvet structure.
Features of growth and flowering
Developmental features include:
- formation of a sparse rosette;
- the arrangement of buds is quite rare for the cap type;
- Intensification of the variegated leaf pattern with decreasing temperatures and as the number of flowerings increases.
Nuances of maintenance and care
For variegated varieties, maintaining the temperature regime is very important - when kept cool (within +18 + 20°C), the variegation becomes brighter and more voluminous.
CAREFULLY! Abundant fertilizing with fertilizers with a high percentage of nitrogen will harm the decorative appearance of the leaf rosette, as the process of chlorophyll formation will intensify, which will lead to the disappearance of the white pattern.
To propagate by leaf, it is better to take a leaf plate without variegation , and before separating the children from the mother plant, you should wait until they acquire a green color - leaves and layering without chlorophyll are not able to feed on their own and may die.
Reviews
Violetta Karlovna. “The violet variety is not very full in terms of the fullness of the rosette, but is incredibly good due to the color of the leaf blades. It is quite rare to find a combination of dark green leaves with pinkish-cherry patterns and specks along the edges. An indescribable feeling."
Matvey Egorovich. “I have been collecting Saintpaulias for many years. I purchased “Volcano Magic” at an exhibition – I was captivated by the colors of the leaf rosette. The name is given very accurately, the drawing in tone and outline really resembles lava flowing from a volcano. And it’s truly fascinating.”
Transformation magic
The extraordinary variety was the result of the painstaking work of breeder Konstantin Lvovich Morev. Violet became known to flower growers in 2007.
Species affiliation
Forming a medium-diameter rosette, the violet Magic of Transformation (Morev) is classified according to the standard type . By the number of petals in the corollas, the violet belongs to the terry type, and by color - to the border type.
Description
Representatives of the variety form an even rosette with a symmetrical contour from small leaf plates decorated with soft wavy edges. The leaves are a dense shade of dark green with a brownish-reddish tint.
The Saintpaulia variety blooms according to the bouquet type . On strong peduncles there are medium-sized, but very double flowers.
The wavy petals of the corolla are distinguished by a thickened structure, which makes it possible to withstand natural adversities and preserve the freshness of the flowers for a long time.
The color of the buds is quite characteristic: from soft pink to violet with a thin greenish-yellow stripe along the edge.
Features of growth and flowering
The unusual ability of the flowers of the Magic of Transformation can be called a feature of the variety: throughout the long flowering, each corolla changes the tone of its color.
The bud blooms with a delicate pink color, reaching a white tone in particularly hot conditions. Gradually the intensity of pink increases, sometimes the flowers may have black areas.
The rim around the edge of the petal also becomes brighter towards the end of the flowering period.
Another feature is the full opening of the buds , which is very difficult due to the tight structure of the petal tissue. The process of opening the corolla takes up to 20 days, but they bloom for a long time.
Nuances of maintenance and care
Due to the specific characteristics of the variety, caring for violets involves protecting them from high temperatures during flowering in order to maintain the brightness and contrast of color. The decorative effect of Saintpaulia will decrease if the color scheme of the buds is reduced to a white tone.
Reviews
Ellina. “The name of the violet very correctly reflects its ability to change color throughout its flowering period. For a long time you can really observe the Magic of transformation from a light bud into a purple corolla.”
Yana. “I really like violet flowers. The magic of transformation at the white scale stage. But I understand that high temperatures are harmful to the plant, which provoke the loss of bright color. Therefore, I protect my violet from the heat by all means.”
Reproduction of Saintpaulia Chimeras
But with the propagation of chimera violets, not everything is so simple - here it will not be possible to get by with the rooting of leaf cuttings that many are accustomed to; there is more than a 99% chance that the daughter violet will not repeat the color of the parent one.
The fact is that chimera plants retain their unusual external characteristics for a long time only during vegetative propagation - with sexual (seed) propagation there is a very high risk of “losing” a beautiful mutation and ending up with a violet with uniformly colored petals.
Moreover, asexual reproduction is not suitable in this case, but only by rooting peduncles with bracts and dormant buds, separated tops with growing points or stepsons, small daughter rosettes that form on the main plant in the axils of the leaves. But even such rooted stepsons and peduncles do not always retain the color of the varietal mother violet, but only in about 75-85% of cases - that’s how complicated everything is with these chimeras! It is because of the reasons described above that chimeric Saintpaulias are so expensive and so prized by collectors.
Did you know about the existence of such unusual varieties of the familiar household violets, Saintpaulias? Or maybe you yourself are breeding such wonders? Then be sure to share photos of your favorite varieties in the comments to the material - everyone should see such beauty!
