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Breynia disticha

Also Known As

Breynia disticha 'Nana'
Breynia nivosa
Phyllanthus nivosus
Dwarf Snowbush
Hawaiian Snowbush
Snow Bush
Snow-on-the-Mountain
Sweetpea Bush

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'
W: 24"

planting zones

9a-11

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Breynia disticha plant details

Breynia disticha is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with burgundy, green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In winter green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Breynia disticha

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: phyllanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 0 IN - 24 IN - wide, 0 IN - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in winter
Uses: bonsai, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Breynia disticha

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Little oval papery leaves of green, white, and pink...this dwarf variety is great for bonsai or miniature gardens...easy to grow in bright light.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Beautiful variegated foliage with lots of white leaf coloration. Compact grower. Really will brighten those shady spots. Can be grown in sun or shade. Rarely offered in the trade. This is the smaller version, showing more white as compared to Breynia disticha or Japanese Snowbush, which is larger and darker colored.