Beefsteak Plant

Beefsteak Plant Care

Iresine Herbstii Aureoreticulata

What is the plant

Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) is also called chicken-gizzard, beefsteak plant, or Formosa bloodleaf. Iresine bloodleaf plants are native to Brazil where they thrive in warm temperatures and bright sunlight. In their native environment, the plants reach heights of up to 5 feet (1.5 m.) with a spread of 3 feet (91 cm.), but when grown as annuals or potted plants they only grow 12 to 18 inches (30-46 cm.) tall.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

18°C - 27°C

Hardiness zone

9a - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Keep the soil evenly moist all summer by watering deeply every week in the absence of rain.
Pruning
Pinch out the growth tips while the plants are young to promote a dense growth habit and attractive shape. You might also consider pinching off flower buds.
Fertilizer
Feed every 2 weeks spring through fall with a balanced water-soluble fertilizer. Don't feed in winter when growth is slower.

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Sunlight
Growing bloodleaf in full sun results in better color.
Soil
Any good-quality, all-purpose potting mix.
Temperature
Average to warm room temperatures 65-80°F/18-27°C. Don't expose Iresine to temps below 55°F/13°C. This tender perennial prefers to stay warm, like we do.