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| Scientific name | Streptocarpus ionanthus |
|---|---|
| Genus | Streptocarpus |
| Origin | East Africa (Tanzania/Kenya) |
| Family | Gesneriaceae |
| Region | Tropics |
Streptocarpus ionanthus (synonym Saintpaulia ionantha) is a species of Streptocarpus in the section Saintpaulia, commonly known as an African violet. It is native to eastern and southwestern Tanzania.