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Growing Requirements

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

Characteristics

Mid to dark green, finely edged with red. In the cooler months the upper surface of the new growth is flushed cream with a tinge of pale pink. The reverse of the leaves is a pretty soft pink. As the leaves age they become green blotched with cream. The petioles are marked with pink and cream. The medium to large floppy leaves have broadly undulated margins. The tips tend to turn down, sometimes rolling under.

History

'Moonshine'
Speciesfruticosa
Colours
  • Pink
  • Green
Origin Countryflag of Australia Australia
Leaf ShapeJuno
Light RequirementFiltered Light
SizeSmall to Medium
Produces FlowersYes
Produces SeedYes
SizeSmall to Medium
Breeders