Coleus Variety No. 002 Live Plant in 3.5 x 3.5 x 8 Inch Black Polybag. Green leaves with yellow and red variegation. Suitable for indoor decoration.

Coleus is a popular tropical or subtropical herb or shrub in the mint family (Lamiaceae) grown for its striking, brightly colored leaves.Key CharacteristicsAppearance: It grows as a bushy, compact mound about 6 inches to 3.5 feet tall and wide.Stems: The stems are square in cross-section, a defining trait of the mint family.Leaves: The soft, opposite leaves come in vibrant combinations of pink, red, yellow, green, orange, purple, and near-black. They feature scalloped or toothed edges.Flowers: They produce small, two-lipped blue, white, or purplish flower spikes, though many gardeners pinch them off to keep the focus on the foliage.Growth and CareClimate: While technically a tender perennial in warm tropical zones (Zones 10–11), it is widely grown as an annual in colder regions or kept as a houseplant.Sunlight: Most varieties prefer partial shade, as intense sun can fade their bright leaf colors, though newer cultivars can handle full sun with enough water.Soil: They thrive in moist, rich, and well-draining soil.