Coleus

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  – Plectranthus scutellarioides, coleus.
• Flower – red , yellow , blue , purple , marron
• Edible – no
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses – trouble sleeping (insomnia)

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature – Prefers temperature 20 to 35-degree celsius
• Water – Newly planted–Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.Apply 1 cup (Approx. 50 ml) water when the top soil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
• Light – Place your plant in a place that receives Natural bright light/indirect bright light.
• Fertilizer – Before the application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.
• Pruning – Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – Coleus
• Flower colour – marron
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs