| General Description | A short, bushy perennial. The tops of the leaves have a bright green colouring, while the undersides have a varying red-brown hue. White flowers bloom in the spring. |
| Shape | Bushy. |
| Landscape | Garden, flower beds, or as a single specimen or potted plant. |
| Propagation | Propagate from leaf cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Full sun and partial-shade. Well-drained soil with a pH of 5.6 - 7.5. Prefers sandy, clay-loam soils. |
| Pests | Nematodes and spider mites. Caterpillars can be a problem.
May be subject to powdery mildews, stem rot and rhizome rot. |
| Notable Specimens | Chelsea Physic Garden, London, United Kingdom. |
| Habitat | Originally found in sub-tropical environments preferring moderate tropical heat. |
