Hybridizer: | Robert Dale Hartman - Classic Caladiums |
Leaf shape: | Lance/Strap |
Primary leaf color: | Red Novelty |
Misc Caladium Details: | Dwarf |
Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Wet Mesic Mesic |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 13 |
Plant Height: | 10 - 12 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color |
Flowers: | Other: Reproductive spathes appear at times; similar to calla lilly |
Underground structures: | Tuber |
Uses: | Suitable as Annual |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant |
Toxicity: | Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division Offsets |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: Patent# 33,470 Goes Dormant |
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