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Plectranthus oertendahlii

Also Known As

  • Brazilian Coleus
  • Candle Plant

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 8"-12"
  • W: 36"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Plectranthus oertendahlii plant details

Plectranthus oertendahlii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with blue, green and purple foliage. In summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus oertendahlii

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and purple
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, distinctive veining, fuzzy, serrated leaves, sprawling, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus oertendahlii

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to South Africa, as are many of the Plectranthus, this handsome species has round scalloped fuzzy green leaves with a lovely silver overlay. Tighter and tidier in habit than most. 6

Gardening facts about Plectranthus oertendahlii plant

How to Grow Plectranthus oertendahlii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • lavender
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • summer
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