Common names:
Coleus
Painted Nettle
Flame Nettle

Botanical names:
Plectranthus ulostesaidelcir Accepted
Solenostemon sdeutlieorislac Synonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle: Annual
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 6a -23.3 °C (-10 °F) to -20.6 °C (-5 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 2
Leaves: Fragrant
Malodorous
Suitable Locations: Terrariums
Uses: Dye production
Resistances: Powdery Mildew
Squirrels
Propagation: Other methods: Offsets
Conservation status: Near Threatened (NT)

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