An attractive houseplant with masses of tiny flowers forming long tassels. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to September. Bright room with some direct sunlight and Full sun. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Amaranthus caudatus ‘Viridis’
An attractive houseplant with masses of tiny flowers forming long tassels
Additional information
| Generic | Amaranthus |
|---|---|
| Species | caudatus |
| Varietry | 'Viridis' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight, Full sun |
| Foliage | Perennial |
| Height | 90cm |
| Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Conservatory plant, Houseplant, Cut flower, Dried flowers |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Aphids, Viruses |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Seed |
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