African violet plant Improved Monique

Abstract

A new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Improved Monique characterized by its single, occasionally semi-double, dark lilac flowers with darker center radiating into the two small petals; frilled edges, strong, upright flower stems that curve toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, serrated, oval leaves; profuse flowering, vigorous growth habit, flowering 10-11 weeks after potting, and its long-lasting and non-dropping flowers.

I claim: 
     
       1. An new and distinct cultivar of African violet named Improved Monique, as described and illustrated, and particularly characterized by its single, occasionally semi-double, dark lilac flowers with darker center radiating into the two small petals; frilled edges, strong, upright flower stems that curve toward the center to form a compact bouquet above the leaves; medium green, serrated, oval leaves; profuse flowering, vigorous growth habit, flowering 10-11 weeks after potting, and is long-lasting and non-dropping flowers.