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Plectranthusrotundifolius

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Family
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Plectranthus (plek-TRAN-thus)
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Species
rotundifolius (ro-tun-dih-FOH-lee-us)
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Synonym
Coleus rotundifolius
Plectranthus coppinii
Plectranthus ternatus
Solenostemon rotundifolius
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Herbaceous
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Lavender
White/Near White
Bloom Time

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Other Details
Category
Vegetables
Perennials
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Blue-Green
Where to Grow
Grow outdoors year-round in hardiness zone
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting

Unknown - Tell us

Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Birmingham, Alabama

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Birmingham, AL (Zone 8a) | June 2016 | positive

Succeeds in a well drained rich soil, with frequent waterings, ample sunlight, warmth, and humidity. Resist the temptation to overwater t...Read More

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