Iresine herbstii 'Aureoreticulata' (notched leaf)

Iresine herbstii 'Aureoreticulata' is a fast growing foliage plant from Brazil. The leaves are light green with yellow stripes and an occasional red blotch. The apex or the leaf has a notch in it. This tropical likes lots of sun except in hot summer areas where a little afternoon shade is recommended. It is frequently planted as a summer tropical bedding plant in warm summer areas. It branches well and makes a bushy mound. The flowers are insignificant. Care of Iresine herbstii 'Aureoreticulata' (notched leaf): Sun to partial shade, temp. 45 to 100 degrees, 18 to 30 ins. tall. allow getting slightly dry between waterings. Family: Amaranthaceae This plant is shipped in a 3.5 - 4 inch pot.