Also known as bloodroot, Alternanthera Ficoidea grows very well as a houseplant. The 'Party Time' variety has unique pink-variegated foliage. We love it for its fast growth and compact shape. It is recommended to pinch the tips of the stems (like basil) to encourage branching and the development of its dense foliage. During its growing season (summer), it prefers cool soil. Therefore, it is important to water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist, but not soggy.
Caution! Risk of toxicity if swallowed.
- Family: Amaranthaceae.
- Origin: South America and Mexico
- Watering:
- Fall-Winter: Allow the surface of the soil to dry between waterings
- Spring-Summer: Keep the soil slightly moist.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Light and draining.
- Brightness: Moderate to high.
- Orientation: East, West or South
- Growth: Fast.
- Temperature: Average, never below -9ᵒC .
Pot diameter: 10 cm.
Grown in Quebec.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
