KnowraCrystal violetLinked fromLinked fromThe 4 pages that link to Crystal violet, each with the reason it gives.All 4Related 2Compared with 2Gram-positive bacteriaRelated: It is the dye retained in the thick cell wall during the procedure.Gram stainRelated: It initially colors both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial cells.SafraninCompared with: It is the primary stain in Gram staining, while safranin usually serves as the counterstain.Malachite greenCompared with: This close chemical relative is widely used in laboratories but has different staining roles.