Common names:
Coleus
Flame Nettle
Painted Nettle

Botanical names:
Plectranthus oildaieurtlecssAccepted
Solenostemon tliceurosesialdSynonym

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 7b
Leaves:Good fall color
Other
Suitable Locations:Espalier
Uses:Medicinal Herb
Resistances:Tolerates dry shade
Tolerates foot traffic
Propagation: Other methods:Bulbs
Conservation status:Endangered (EN)

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