Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 3-4 feet at maturity |
Plant Spread: | 3-4 feet at maturity |
Leaves: | Evergreen Variegated |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Toxicity: | Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs. |
Propagation: Seeds: | Other info: Remove seed(s) from berry which contains chemicals that inhibit germination. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Cane Layering Offsets |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP17,488 (2007) |
Parentage: | Tiki X unnamed |
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