Freckle-Face and Polka-Dot Plant

Freckle-Face, Polka-Dot Plant
Hypoestes phyllostachya (sanguinolenta)

Acanthaceae

Shrubby plant with oval leaves mottled with pink spots; woody base. Does well in artificial light; allow to dry slightly between waterings; prune back to prevent leggy growth.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Use: pot plant

Exposure: medium

Flower Color: Lilac but not important

Blooming Period:

Height: 2-3 feet

Width: Foliage

Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: medium