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Coleus Plant Information and Picture

Coleus Plant Picture
Coleus Plant Information and Picture - Coleus name seems foreign to our ears. The main attraction of this plant genus Coleus beauty lies in the leaves. Leaf shape and color are very diverse. Ranging from small to large serrations or curly. Color ranging from bright yellow to dark red, up to some interesting color combinations.


Coleus leaves that have a wide range of colors and shapes, these plants are relatively cheap. Coleus is also easy to maintain. These plants can be propagated by seed or by stem cuttings. This plant has a type of rapid growth so as to produce shrubs, pruning should be done regularly. This plant is too high when the stems break easily and are less good shape.

Among the species of Coleus are no About a 150 species, most notably the Coleus blumei. There is also a call Coleus atropurpureus. This species is sometimes also called painted nettle or flame nettle, because its leaves resemble the shape and size of the wild plants that can cause itching.

Green Coleus Plant Picture
Green Coleus Plant

Now, Coleus has spread worldwide, with a variety of leaf shapes and colors are more attractive. With technological advances, many types are now crossed and intercrossed obtained new varieties with a wider range of color gradations. The leaves were not rough and not cause itching, but much smoother surface.

Coleus can be grown as an ornamental plant in the pot, either singly or in groups. If planted singly, each type of plant in a pot will show the typical beauty. Several types of coleus planted in a large pot can also be a wonderful combination. The pots can be placed or laid out on the porch, patio, or balcony with enough sunlight.

Brow Coleus Plant
Brow Coleus Plant

Coleus are planted in pots are also frequently used in the decoration of the room. In addition, this beautiful leafy plants also fit when grown in the garden. These plants can be placed in groups as Horder plant, or in combination with other plants. Colorful leaves looked contrast between the verdant plants, thus providing another variation in a garden.


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