Coleus

/ˈkoʊliəs/ noun

Definition

A genus of tropical plants with colorful, patterned leaves, commonly grown as ornamental houseplants.

Etymology

From New Latin (scientific naming), possibly derived from Greek 'koleos' (sheath). The name was applied by botanists in the 18th century.

Kelly Says

Coleus plants have such wild, psychedelic color patterns that 19th-century gardeners became obsessed with them—they were basically the original 'it plant' of Victorian indoor gardens!

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