Common names:
Coleus
Painted Nettle
Flame Nettle

Botanical names:
Plectranthus ouerastidiellcsAccepted
Solenostemon alscetioediurslSynonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Vine
Life cycle:Other
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 5b
Leaves:Evergreen
Semi-evergreen
Suitable Locations:Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Uses:Dye production
Resistances:Powdery Mildew
Gophers/Voles
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Leaf
Conservation status:Vulnerable (VU)

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