Acalypha hispida (Chenille Plant)
Chenille plant is a species of copper plant with unusual and striking flowers. They are fuzzy tassles of brilliant red, 4-10 inches long. These contrast beautifully with the large, medium-green leaves over a long blooming season. With occasional light pruning, the plant is easily maintained at any height from 3 to 6 feet, and 3-5 feet across. It likes ordinary to rich soil, full sun and regular to frequent water. It is winter hardy only in zones 9 (with protection)-11.
Common Name - Chenille Plant
Genus - Acalypha
Species - hispida
Plant Type - Bushes & Shrubs
Soil Type - Loam
Climate - Tropical
Sunlight - Full Sun
Foliage - Evergreen
Flower Color - Red
Watering - Heavy
Plant Habit - Bush/Shrub
Season of Interest - Summer
USDA Hardiness Zone - 9 (20 to 30 °F)
Return and Refund Policy
We ship plants in excellent condition, Priority Mail, and we immobilize them in the box with bamboo stakes and wrapping paper. If, despite our best efforts, the plant arrives dead or broken due to some negligence on our part, we will refund the purchase price or send you a replacement. You must notify us of the problem within 3 days of delivery, and send substantiating digital photos. Once you have had the plant for longer than 3 days, its condition is no longer our responsibility.
Plant Sizing
Small plants are starter plants between 5 and 15 inches tall or long in pots that are 2.5" square x 3.5" deep. Large plants generally have more than one growing shoot or branch, and are between 15 and 22 inches tall or long in pots that are 3.5" square x 5" deep. Please rely on this description, rather than the photos, to determine what size plant you will receive.
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