Striking beautifully marked, paper thin, arrow shaped leaves. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers April to May. Fruits August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 65°F / 17°C. Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant.
Caladium humboldtii
Striking beautifully marked, paper thin, arrow shaped leaves
Additional information
| Generic | Caladium |
|---|---|
| Species | humboldtii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, green |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Perennial |
| Height | 20cm |
| Family | Araceae |
| Spread | 15cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, white |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | white |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 65°F / 17°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Mist regularly, Keep dry when dormant |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten/skin and eye irritant |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Cut back in winter |
| Propagation | Division |
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