| Common Name | Magma Coleus |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Coleus |
| Species | Hybridus |
| Variety | Magma |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Blooming | Grown for foliage; flowers are inconspicuous spikes, often removed to preserve leaf color. |
| Leaf Color | Red, orange, and yellow variegation with green centers |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Rich, well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite for aeration
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering during winter dormancy periods.
Bright indirect light; direct sun may scorch leaves and fade variegation colors.
Apply liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth from spring to autumn.
Pinch back tips regularly to encourage bushiness and prevent leggy, straggly growth.
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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