African violet plant

Abstract

A new cultivar of African violet referred to by the cultivar name Crater Lake having semi-double to double blossoms with up to ten petals per blossom, purple-blue in color. The plant is a vigorous grower, producing 7-11 strong, sturdy, tilted flower stems each of which carries 11 or more flowers. The variety is further characterized by its shiny and slightly hairy leaves and by its dark brown flower stems and peduncles.

I claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct cultivar of African violet known by the cultivar name Crater Lake and particularly characterized by the combined features of semi-double to double flowers with up to ten petals purple-blue in color; seven-eleven strong, sturdy tilted flower stems, with each carrying eleven or more flowers; short hairy peduncles; dark brown flower stems and peduncles; shiny and slightly hairy leaves, vigorous growth habit, and by its ability to produce a saleable plant with a compact flower head within 8-9 weeks after potting.