Propagation
Surface sow fresh seeds when ripe (early spring) in a well-drained media, and maintain a temperature of 19ş to 24ş C. (66ş to 77ş F).

Germination takes from 1 to 3 months. Prick out and pot up when they are large enough to handle and plant out after all risk of frost has passed.

Division of offsets in early spring and place in a moist sandy media until roots appear.

Note:
Care should be taken when handling the plant as it may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction. The seeds are poisonous if ingested.


Botanic information
Leaf: The dark green leaves are reniform to ovate-orbicular with a cordate base and a winged petiole. The foliage is deciduous in colder climates.

Flower: The 5-petled crateriform flowers are magenta with a yellow eye and are held amongst the foliage on a pedicle that is up to 50mm (2in) long from late spring to early summer.

Fruit: The small capsule has 5-10 valves and the seeds are very small. It will easily self-sow and may become weedy.