Plant profile
Coleus kivuensis
Coleus kivuensis Lebrun & L.Touss.
Coleus kivuensis is a plant suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, known for its colorful leaves and easy care.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- annual
- Climate
- Tropical climate with a dry season: warmth and a clearly defined dry period.
- Origin / area
- According to taxonomic sources, it comes from: Eritrea to N. Tanzania.
Recommended products for Coleus kivuensis
Basic care
- Watering
- Water thoroughly, then wait for the surface to dry again.
- Light
- Good filtered brightness; direct sun can scorch leaves.
- Temperature
- In winter, avoid sharp temperature drops.
- Humidity
- Adapts to typical flat humidity.
Pet toxicity
Keep out of reach of curious pets: irritating or toxic if eaten.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q39088912) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (5605537) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (446042-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000914794) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).