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Noun exacum affine has 1 sense
- Persian violet, Exacum affine - perennial cultivated especially as a houseplant for its fragrant bluish to dark lavender flowers
--1 is a kind of houseplant
--1 is a member of Exacum, genus Exacum
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exacum affine
exacum affine is a species of flowering plant in the family Gentianaceae. It is commonly known as Persian violet and is native to Eastern Africa. This evergreen perennial plant is characterized by its small, star-shaped, and fragrant purple-blue flowers.
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Noun - Popular:
The exacum affine is a popular choice for indoor gardening due to its vibrant flowers.
Related products: exacum affine seeds, persian violet plant
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Adjective - Popular:
The exacum affine flowers added a splash of color to the garden.
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Noun - Local:
The exacum affine is commonly found in the wilds of Tanzania, its place of origin.
Related products: wildflower field guide, East African flora
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Adjective - Local:
The local nurseries pride themselves on offering a wide variety of exacum affine plants.
Related products: nursery catalog, indigenous plants
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