Originator: | Harmony Foliage, Inc., FL |
Plant Types: | Rex Cultorum |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 12 +10 °C (50 °F) to +15.6 °C (60 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 13 |
Plant Height: | 6 to 8 inches |
Plant Spread: | 8 to 12 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Bright red with dark chocolate center and wide dark chocolate margins. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Pink |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Underground structures: | Rhizome |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant Terrariums |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Division |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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