Breynia disticha 'Nana' (Dwarf Snow Bush)


Botanical Information

FamilyPhyllanthaceae
GenusBreynia
Speciesdisticha
Cultivar'Nana'
CategoryTropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9a-11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c-H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-6.7) - 10
Temperature (°F)20- 50
Height1.5-2 m
Spread0.5-1.5 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August

Description and Growing Information

ID CharacteristicKnown for "frosted" multi-coloured leaves, ranging from green, to white to rose-red.
ShapeSmall, round crown.
LandscapeCan be grown in containers, as an indoor plant, used as a bedding plant or ground cover.
PropagationUse stem cuttings in the summer, plant in moist, sterile potting mix. Cover to contain humidity until the rooting.
CultivationBest grown in humid, cool but frost-free locations. Prefers well drained, rich, moist soils and full sun to partial shade.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Bark/Stem DescriptionStems are red and grow in a zigzag pattern.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves grow to 2 cm and are white, pink, green and burgundy.
Flower DescriptionThe small, green flowers are apetalous; meaning they have no petals.

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