Data specific to Caladiums (Edit)
Hybridizer: Robert Dale Hartman - Classic Caladiums
Leaf shape: Lance/Strap
Primary leaf color: Novelty
Misc Caladium Details: Dwarf

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Shade
Water Preferences: Wet Mesic
Mesic
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 13
Plant Height: 10 - 12 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Flowers: Other: Reproductive spathe appear at times; similar to calla lilly
Underground structures: Tuber
Uses: Cut Flower
Suitable as Annual
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Toxicity: Other: All parts of plant contain calcium oxalate crystals, an irritant to the mouth and esophagus. Toxic to cats and dogs.
Propagation: Other methods: Division
Offsets
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: Patent Protected # 33,629
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Common names
  • Strap Leaf Caladium

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Location: Avon Park, FL
Location: Avon Park, FL

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