Acalypha godseffiana - Copperleaf Firestorm, Fire Dragon


Acalypha godseffiana - Copperleaf Firestorm, Fire Dragon

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunDry conditionsModerate waterOrnamental foliageSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant

A very colorful tropical shrub grown for its attractive reddish leaves. Beautiful foliage of mixed shades of red, yellow and green. Leaves, much smaller than ordinary copperleafs, are orange/red in the full sun and mostly variegated/green in the shade. The more sun the more color the leaves will get. Fast growing. A native of the East Indies and the Pacific, this is one of the most striking foliage shrubs and is widely used by tropical gardeners.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Grown in
6-10"/1-3 gal pot
2 Plants in stock
$29.95