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Juda's Bush (Iresine rhizomatosa)

Juda's Bush (Iresine rhizomatosa) is a vibrant, upright herbaceous perennial known for its striking foliage, often used as an annual bedding plant or in containers for a splash of color.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade for best foliage color.

Watering

Water regularly to keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in rich, moist conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade for best foliage color.

Can tolerate some shade but colors may be less intense.

Water

Water regularly to keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in cooler months.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best in rich, moist conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25°C.

Protect from frost; may die back in temperatures below 10°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.

Discontinue or reduce feeding in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate to fast

Dormancy

None in tropical climates, may go dormant or die back in cooler regions

Leaf Color

Green, Red, Purple, Bronze

Leaf Type

Opposite, ovate to lanceolate

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Celosia paniculata L.
Gonufas paniculata (L.) Raf.
Lophoxera paniculata (L.) Raf.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyAmaranthaceae
  • genusIresine
  • speciesIresine rhizomatosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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