Botanical Name: Iresine herbstii
Common Name: Bloodleaf
Type of Plant: dicot; perennial
Character

Habit of Growth:
Overall Shape Upright fleshy plant with thick stems and brightly colored leaves with very strong venation; colors of leaves vary from red to green, bronze purple or yellow
Height to 3 ft.
Spread to 3 ft.
Growth Rate moderate
 
Environment:
Exposure in/outdoors: full sun outdoors, bright light indoors
Soil tolerates most any soil with good drainage
Hardiness tender: zones 22 - 24
 
Morphology:
Leaves broadly ovate leaves to 5" long and featuring very strong vein pattern; frequently notched at leaf tips, colors vary widely
Flowers inconspicuous small flowers arranged in tight panicles; usually removed
Fruit small capsules
 
Propagation:
easily grown from stem cuttings
 
Usage:
most often used as an annual or as a houseplant; good in mass plantings in tropical areas, sometimes as a replacement for coleus; can also be grown as a houseplant in warm, humid areas in the house
 
Landscape Care:
Watering like regular watering; not drought tolerant
Fertilizing slow-release fertilizer when planted
Pruning pinch regularly to promote bushier growth
Pests/Diseases none significant
Special Conditions/Other
 
Origin: tropical regions of Brazil
Family: Amaranthaceae
 
Notes:
 
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