Common names:
Coleus
Painted Nettle

Botanical names:
Plectranthus aerdiiltcluoessAccepted
Solenostemon ildotsluesciareSynonym

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Vine
Life cycle:Annual
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 12 +10 °C (50 °F) to +15.6 °C (60 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 10b
Leaves:Deciduous
Broadleaf
Suitable Locations:Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Uses:Medicinal Herb
Resistances:Deer Resistant
Tolerates dry shade
Propagation: Other methods:Layering
Conservation status:Least Concern (LC)

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