Painted copperleaf
Acalypha wilkesiana
Also known as
Fire dragon plant, Copper leaf, Beefsteak plant, Jacob's coat
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Partial Shade
Moderate watering
Tender
H1a
RHS hardiness
15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
3m | Max | 3m |
2m | Min | 1m |
Flowering
-
spring
-
summer
-
autumn
-
winter
Painted copperleaf Overview
This evergreen shrub has attractive foliage of oval serrated leaves in coppery tones as they mature, edged and splashed with red. The new leaf growth is deep green and makes a nice contrast to the older bronze foliage. Inconspicuous tassel-like catkins of reddish bronze flowers appear in summer and autumn.
Common problems with Painted copperleaf
Other uses of Painted copperleaf
Ornamental.