🌿 Pseuderanthemum carruthersii

( False Eranthemum)

Scientific name: Pseuderanthemum carruthersii

Description

Pseuderanthemum carruthersii is a colorful tropical foliage shrub admired for its vibrant variegated leaves in shades of green, cream, pink, purple, and burgundy, depending on the variety. Its bold foliage and compact growth habit make it an excellent choice for tropical gardens, landscape borders, hedges, and decorative containers.

Key Points

• Attractive colorful variegated foliage
• Available in green, cream, pink, purple, and burgundy tones
• Compact and bushy growth habit
• Easy to grow and maintain
• Excellent for tropical landscape accents

Care

☀️ Full sun to partial shade
💧 Water regularly; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
🌱 Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
✂️ Prune regularly to maintain a compact shape and encourage new colorful growth
🌡 Thrives in warm tropical and subtropical climates

Size

📏 Plant height: 25-30 cm (excluding pot) (depending on age and pruning)

Perfect for:

🌿 Garden borders • 🪴 Decorative pots • 🏡 Home landscapes • 🌴 Tropical gardens • ✨ Colorful foliage displays

Important Note

📌 Leaf color and variegation become more vibrant with adequate sunlight.
📌 Foliage color, plant size, and growth habit may vary depending on the variety, growing conditions, and season.

📸 Images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual plant appearance, size, and color may vary depending on season and growth conditions.