🌿 Bloodleaf
Iresine herbstii
A bold, colorful plant prized for its vibrant magenta to deep red foliage and striking veins. Its vivid color adds instant contrast to tropical beds, borders, and containers, thriving in warm, sunny conditions.
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Tropical South America
☀️ Light: Full Sun to Partial Sun
💧 Water: Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-draining soil
📏 Size: 12–18 in tall, 12–24 in wide
🪴 Landscape Use: Borders, tropical beds, mixed planters, and accent plantings
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Pinch or trim regularly to maintain a compact shape and promote lush, colorful growth.