Snow bush. An attractive foliage plant with white variegated leaves and deep pink stems. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 50cm. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Breynia disticha
An attractive foliage plant with white variegated leaves and deep pink stems
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Breynia |
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Species | disticha |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Snow bush |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 80cm |
Family | Euphorbiaceae |
Spread | 50cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green, white |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter, Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Cut back all shoots to encourage replacement growth |
Pruning Time | Early spring |
Pests and diseases | Whiteflies, Red spider mite |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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