How often should I water Joseph's coat?
Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Joseph's coat (Alternanthera ficoidea) is a popular ornamental plant known for its colorful foliage, often featuring shades of green, red, yellow, and orange.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile, loamy soils but tolerates a range of conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Full sun brings out the best foliage color.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Water more frequently in hot, dry weather.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile, loamy soils but tolerates a range of conditions.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Plant Type
Herb, Creeper
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.15-0.3 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in tropical climates, may go dormant or die back in cooler regions
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Yellow, Orange, Variegated
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.3-0.5 cm
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No