Talinum paniculatum var. variegatum 'Variegatum' (Variegated Jewels of Opar)

Talinum paniculatum (Variegated Jewels of Opar) 'Variegatum' green leaves with pink fruit plant
Talinum paniculatum (Variegated Jewels of Opar) 'Variegatum' with green leaves and small pink fruit

Botanical name: Talinum paniculatum var. variegatum

Common name: Variegated Jewels of Opar

Cultivar: Variegatum

Family: Portulacaceae

Origin: Americas

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage

The variegated form of Jewels of Opar has excellent creamy white edged foliage, handsome enough alone, but especially nice when set off by the wiry reddish stems topped with dainty pink flowers. Growing in well-drained soil with some water and lots of sun.

Similar plants: Talinum paniculatum var. variegatum 'Variegatum' (Variegated Jewels of Opar)


Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum' green white plant with small pink and yellow fruit
Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum' plant with green and white leaves and small fruit
Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum' yellow fruit and red stems on a tall plant
Talinum paniculatum 'Variegatum' yellow fruit clusters hanging from slender red stems


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