Breynia fruticosa

Snow Bush

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Tropical shrub with distinctive white-variegated foliage, popular for indoor decoration due to its compact growth and striking leaf contrast against green.
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Plant Details

Common Name Snow Bush
Family Phyllanthaceae
Genus Breynia
Species Fruticosa
Origin Australia / New Caledonia
Blooming Rarely flowers indoors; inconspicuous small flowers in summer under ideal conditions.
Leaf Color Green with white/cream variegation
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat mix with perlite or pumice for aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light required to maintain variegation; direct sun may scorch leaves in summer

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September during active growth phase.

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Pruning

Prune leggy stems regularly to maintain compact shape and encourage bushier growth.

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

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

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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
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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