Breynia disticha 'Roseopicta' (Snow Bush)


Botanical Information

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

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9b-11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1c-H3
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)(-6.7) - 10
Temperature (°F)20- 50
Height1.5-2 m
Spread1-1.5 m
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August

Description and Growing Information

ID CharacteristicAppears to be frosted or covered in snow.
LandscapeWorks well for mass planting, or hedges/screening. Used for unique texture and colour.
PropagationUse stem cuttings in the summer, plant in moist, sterile potting mix. Cover to contain humidity until rooting occurs.
CultivationGrows best in acidic, well drained soils. For full colour, plant in full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Notable SpecimensHarry P. Leu Gardens, Orlando, Florida, United States of America.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe multi-stems 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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