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Genus: Exacum Species: affine Common Name: Persian Violet Family: Gentianaceae Order: Gentianales Native: Socotra Habit: Annual or perennial Height: 1 to 2 feet Width: 0.5 to 1 foot Flowering Season: Summer Flower Color: Blue, purple, lavender or white Propagation: Seed Zone: 9-10 Note: This plant is suitable for edging, bedding and containers. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.