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Growing Requirements

Prefers a well-lit situation offering the plant protection from the hot sun.

Characteristics

Mid green with dark red overtones. The margins are edged with red. In the cooler months the new growth is flushed with bright dark red/maroon. The petioles are marked with red. The margins of the medium size leaves are moderately to broadly undulated. The leaves may cup up. The tips usually turn down. The leaves are held fairly erect.

History

A seedling from 'Red Supreme'. Named by Len Cunningham.

'La Bella Luisa'
Speciesfruticosa
Colours
  • Red
Origin Countryflag of Australia Australia
Leaf ShapeIntermediate
Light RequirementFiltered Light
SizeMedium
Produces FlowersYes
Produces SeedYes
SizeMedium
Breeders