Iresine herbstii
Bloodleaf
Photo of Iresine herbstii - Bloodleaf
No photo for the moment for Iresine herbstii - Bloodleaf
Please note: You must be the owner of the posted photo and it must not be copyrighted.
Things You Must Knows cannot be held responsible for photos posted in violation of this rule
Common Name:
Plant Type:
Sun (From 0 to 5):
Water (From 0 to 5):
Maximum temperature:
Minimum temperature:
Maximum height:
Maximum width:
Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) - Description
I. herbstii is native to Brazil. It bears leaves that are up to 3 inches long, and oval to round-shaped. The leaf color tends to be purplish red with a highly contrasting light midrib and veins, or it will feature green or bronze leaves with yellowish veins.
Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) - Blooming
The inconspicuous spikes of flowers are of little ornamental value themselves.
Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) - Growth
Tender upright-growing plants, grown for attractive leaf color, leaves 1-2.5 inches long. Good in containers or in beds. For improved leaf coloring, grow in full sun. In tropical and sub-tropical regions, they can outdoor all year, but in cooler climes you can only grow them outdoors during the summer.
Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) - Planting
Easy to propagate by stem cuttings in fall or spring. You can also grow from seed or by division.
Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) - Pest
Aphids and spider mites. Iresine are also susceptible to powdery mildew.
Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) - Interesting facts
Iresine are native to the open and dry regions of South America and Australia. Some can be used in drinks used in shamanistc rituals in the Amazon.
Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) - Soil and irrigation
Leaf coloring does best with well-drained, moisture-retentive soil.
