How to Care for Plectranthus scutellarioides (Coleus)

Korean name: 콜레우스

A foliage plant known for its colorful and variegated leaves. It is mainly grown indoors in pots and prefers bright indirect light. It is easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners.

Key facts

• Category: Flowering plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors
• Native to: Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Fast
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: beginner friendly, foliage plant, colorful leaves
• Also known as: Coleus, Painted Nettle, Flame Nettle

Care Guide

• Light: Thrives in bright indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the topsoil is dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining potting soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer 1-2 times a month during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Plectranthus scutellarioides?

Water thoroughly when the topsoil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Plectranthus scutellarioides?

It likes Thrives in bright indirect light.. You can grow it indoors. Use Use well-draining potting soil..

Is Plectranthus scutellarioides safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Plectranthus scutellarioides good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer 1-2 times a month during growing season..