Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion' Plants GrowTropicals
Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion' — 7cm
Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion' Plants GrowTropicals
Purple Velvet Plant

Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion'

£4.99
Hard to killPet-safe
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Description

Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion' is a vibrant beginner-friendly houseplant. Its deeply lobed, serrated leaves are covered in a dense layer of fine purple hairs that catch the light and give the entire plant a vivid violet shimmer. The effect is most intense on new growth, where the purple is richest, gradually softening as leaves mature.

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How to care for Purple Velvet Plant

Keep me in bright, gentle light away from harsh sun and never let me dry out completely.

In their words

What our customers say

Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

James R.

Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

Sophie L.
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About Purple Velvet Plant

Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion' is an easy-care houseplant. It needs bright indirect light, watering often enough to keep the compost evenly moist, average household humidity and a minimum temperature of 15°C. It is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Good for

Living Room Bedroom

Care level

EasyChallenge

Easy care

Light

ShadeFull sun

Bright, indirect light

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light.

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Watering

Evenly moistDries out fully

Keep evenly moist

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top 1/3 to 1/2 of the soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth. Read moreShow less

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top 1/3 to 1/2 of the soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth.

Humidity

Average homeHigh humidity

Happy at normal household humidity

This plant will tolerate normal household humidity, but performs best with slightly higher levels. Like all tropical plants, good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. If you have a particularly dry home, grouping plants together can help to increase humidity. Read moreShow less

This plant will tolerate normal household humidity, but performs best with slightly higher levels. Like all tropical plants, good humidity levels help support healthy growth and keep the foliage healthy. If you have a particularly dry home, grouping plants together can help to increase humidity.

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Temperature

Keep above 15°C · Likes a warm room

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth.

Feeding

Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.

Soil & Substrate

Gynura aurantiaca is a fast grower that appreciates a rich, well-draining substrate. Our Simply Houseplant Tropical Potting Mix suits it well: a balanced peat-free mix with coco coir, bark, and perlite that provides consistent moisture with good drainage.

Growth habit

Trailing →

Plant type

Foliage houseplant →

Toxicity

Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Plants still are not food, so a determined chewer may get an upset stomach.

Origins

Native to the tropical forests of Java and other Indonesian islands, Gynura aurantiaca grows as an understorey plant in warm, humid environments with filtered light.

Also known as

Gynura aurantiaca 'Purple Passion'

Genus

Gynura →
More on caring for houseplants What does bright indirect light mean? Should I mist my houseplants?
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 48 hours with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
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Everything about Gynura

Purple passion plant care comes down to one thing: bright light. Give Gynura aurantiaca enough of it and the violet foliage really glows.

More about Gynura care
Gynura Care Guide
Why Grow Tropicals

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Every order is hand-packed in eco-friendly, protective packaging - refined through thousands of deliveries to ensure your plant arrives healthy, hydrated, and looking its best.

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Perfect for Gifting

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From rare collector’s pieces to easy-care favourites, our plants arrive fully potted and ready to enjoy. Add a personalised note at checkout for a thoughtful finishing touch.

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Sustainability at Heart

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All plants are ethically sourced from trusted growers, never wild-collected. Every order ships carbon-neutral in minimal-waste packaging.

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Verified reviews

Rated by real customers

Customers praised the vivid purple foliage, saying "the purple is incredible" and "almost neon." The plant consistently arrives healthy and well-packaged. Shoppers noted excellent quality and fast delivery. One customer mentioned their plant wilted immediately after arrival. Overall, customers highly recommend this stunning, vibrant plant.

  • What a stunning plant! I can't get over how vivid the purple is, it's almost neon.
  • The purples that come through on this plant are amazing.
  • The purple is incredible!! It feels gorgeous too!! I definitely recommend!!
  • 5 stars: 53 (96%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (4%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Druesilla (United Kingdom)

What a stunning plant! I can't get over how vivid the purple is, it's almost neon. Plant arrived quickly, very well packaged, and in perfect condition. She is now living her best self in my living room with some new plant friends. Would highly recommend this plant and the company, and I'll be sure to be back for more.

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Sue B.
Purple princess :purple_heart::purple_heart:

This little purple passion, has really grown on since I had her. Such pretty foliage.

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Jagruti R.
Absolutely purpliciously stunning plant so

Absolutely purpliciously stunning plant so glad i bought it. :u1F970::heart_eyes:

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Kirsten G.
Purple passion

Nicj little gynura with several starter plants in the pot. Love the purply leaves for adding a splash of colour toy plant shelf.
Arrived in great condition as always

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Diana B.
Beautiful

I really like this one but unfortunately it wilted immediately after receiving it. I hope to rescue because it’s such a beautiful plant and it looked awesome out of the box

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Cladiana P.
Love it well packed

Love it well packed

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Celeste L.
lovely plant!

This is the first time I've bought plants from this site, they were very well packaged and received very quickly after dispatch!

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Caroline J.
Purple Passion

Really lovely Colour and Healthy Sturdy plant. Arrived in good time and condition.

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Denesia S.
Stunning colour and leaf richness.

Stunning colour and leaf richness. Will recommend this to my friends. NIce healthy plants.

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Suzanne C (United Kingdom)
7cm

Beautiful colours on this very delicate. Well packaged

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Tommy

Oh my lord!
Pictures of this plant do not do it justice. The purples that come through on this plant are amazing. We've shelved this a little higher to get the right angle to see all the purple shine through. Honestly can't recommend this one enough!

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Darren

Excellent.

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Shabana (United Kingdom)

Can't wait to receive mine plus its my first time ordering from here.

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Lynda Nester (United Kingdom)
7cm

A little understated, but fingers crossed it will fill out nicely, but still nice little plant.

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Luke woodfield (United Kingdom)
7cm

Grate quality and value

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L.w.

Grate quality and value with fast delivery... Thanks

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Elizabeth
Very pretty plant

Very pretty plant

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Harry H.
Lovely purple plant

Plant is doing great and looks lovely - very happy with this purchase.

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Rob D.
absolutely stunning.

absolutely stunning.

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Samantha
Looks beautiful purple underside grow lights!!

This really stands out on my shelf!!! The purple is incredible!! It feels gorgeous too!! I definitely recommend!!

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S.H.

This plant was sent as a gift. Really carefully wrapped and delivered to safe space. Then text sent to the recipient. Will definitely use again.

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sue

This plant was sent as a gift. Really carefully wrapped and delivered to safe space. Then text sent to the recipient. Will definitely use again.

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Hollie T.
Amazing in every way

The plant is so healthy and happy. It's the one you pick in a shop when you are looking for the best one. Although this plant is in much better condition and health than any of my local garden centres and a great size. Mess free delivery with no loose soil and I ordered a few plants

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Dawn M.
Lovely colour, good quality and

Lovely colour, good quality and easy to order.

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Jackie P.
Beautiful healthy plant. Great quality.

Beautiful healthy plant. Great quality. Highly recommended

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Suzanne C.
Beautiful

LOVE

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Elise S.
Love the vibrant colour of

Love the vibrant colour of this plant! Arrived healthy and in good condition, and I look forward to seeing it grow! Great quality service and the selection of plants on the site is amazing, makes you want to come back for more.

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Jenny W.
Healthy plant

Really impressed with packaging and beautiful healthy plant . . really pleased . Thank you

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Jenna B.
Colourful plant

Lovely quality, even more vibrant than I expected!
Looks great among my other plants.

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