In The Garden: Oval shaped leaves with patchy crimson, white and green pattern.

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by izzybelle, Apr 15, 2011.

  1. izzybelle

    izzybelle Member

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    Hi there, here is some additional information about this plant:

    - Growing in Sydney, Australia.
    - New growth is a pale pink.
    - Wilts quickly in full sunlight (and in shade if it's over 30 °C (86.0 °F)).
    - Leaves are very delicate.

    Also would like to know if this plant is suitable for growing indoors. Thanks!
     

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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Breynia.
     
  3. izzybelle

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    Thank you!
     
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    Missouri botanical has some information on this plant which suggests you might try it indoors. Below are their comments about B. nivosa. Not sure if you have nivosa or disticha however, but it is likely their growth requirements are similar.

    http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/Plant.asp?code=A489

    "Winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-11. In St. Louis, plants are best grown in containers and overwintered in humid, cool but frost-free locations such as large sunrooms, porches or greenhouses. They also may be grown as bedding plants or as a ground cover. Cuttings taken in late summer can be overwintered. These plants can be very difficult to overwinter in dry indoor conditions where they tend to drop all of their leaves. Grow in moderately rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Best foliage color usually develops in full sun. Tolerates wide range of soils, but prefers organically rich ones with consistent moisture. Periodic light pruning during the growing season stimulates new foliage growth."
     

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