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Caladium humboldtii

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2"-5"
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Caladium humboldtii plant details

Caladium humboldtii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Caladium humboldtii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: araceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN - 5 IN - tall
Uses: heart-shaped leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Caladium humboldtii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Caladium humboldtii ~ this rare and unusual Caladium has been a bit hard to find over the years. It is one of the smallest caladium species I know of. There are two clones of this species and this one is smaller and more white than the other clone. Usually growing to 2 to 5 inches tall, the foliage is white with some green veins. I have not yet seen this species flower. Often used in miniature settings such as terrariums and vivariums Foliage: White leaves green veins Flowers: ?? Height: 2 to 5 inches tall

Gardening facts about Caladium humboldtii plant

How to Grow Caladium humboldtii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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