Common names:
Coleus
Painted Nettle

Botanical names:
Plectranthus saisioreluedctlAccepted
Solenostemon ardoleietusilcsSynonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle:Perennial
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 4a
Leaves:Good fall color
Spring ephemeral
Suitable Locations:Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Uses:Suitable as Annual
Resistances:Deer Resistant
Flood Resistant
Propagation: Other methods:Offsets
Conservation status:Endangered (EN)

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