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Growing Requirements

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

Characteristics

Mid green to red (more red in good light), edged pink/red. In the cooler months the new growth is flushed with bright pink to red. The petioles are marked with pink/redThe margins of the small to medium size leaves are moderately undulated. The tips usually turn down.

History

'Pele's Tongue'
Speciesfruticosa
Colours
  • Green
  • Red
Origin Countryflag of United States United States
Leaf ShapeIntermediate
Light RequirementFiltered Light
SizeSmall to Medium
Produces FlowersYes
Produces SeedYes
SizeSmall to Medium