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Growing Requirements

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

Characteristics

Mid green. In the cooler months the new growth is flushed a combination of pink and apricot shades. The colour darkens as the leaves mature. The petioles are marked with pink. The older leaves may change to orange/red. The margins of the medium size leaves are moderately undulated. The tips may turn down. The foliage is held fairly erect.

History

'Melany'
Speciesfruticosa
Colours
  • Orange
  • Red
Origin Countryflag of Australia Australia
Leaf ShapeIntermediate
Light RequirementFiltered Light
SizeMedium
Produces FlowersYes
Produces SeedYes
SizeMedium