Breynia disticha

Snow Bush

WhatsApp
Breynia disticha is a tropical evergreen shrub featuring distinctive variegated green and white foliage with tiny cream flowers, suitable for indoor cultivation as a decorative accent or outdoor in warm climates.
yard Outdoor plants wb_sunny Shade / Half-shade pets Not pet-safe
info

Plant Details

Common Name Snow Bush
Family Phyllanthaceae
Genus Breynia
Species Disticha
Origin Southeast Asia
Blooming Small white flowers in summer, rarely indoors
Leaf Color Green and white variegated
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
yard

Care & Maintenance

terrain
Soil

Well-draining mix of peat, perlite and loam

water_drop
Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during growth, reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot

light_mode
Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light required for variegation, avoid harsh midday sun to prevent scorching

science
Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks from spring to autumn

content_cut
Pruning

Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove leggy stems

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

calendar_month

Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
thermostat

Growing Parameters

thermostat
Temperature
59° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
water_drop
Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
light_mode
Light (LUX)
1500 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
wb_sunny
Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
water
Soil Moisture
25% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
bolt
Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
favorite