Snow bush. An attractive foliage plant with white and pink 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 ‘Roseopicta’
An attractive foliage plant with white and pink variegated leaves and deep pink stems
Additional information
| Generic | Breynia |
|---|---|
| Species | disticha |
| Varietry | 'Roseopicta' |
| 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, pink |
| 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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