Alternanthera Purple Knight || Joseph’s Coat || Alternanthera Dentata || ألتيرانثيرا بيربل نايت || Colorful Foliage Plant for UAE & KSA

Alternanthera ‘Purple Knight’ (ألتيرانثيرا بيربل نايت) is a stunning tropical perennial celebrated for its richly colored foliage in deep shades of purple, red, and bronze. Belonging to the Amaranthaceae family and native to Mexico and South America, this low-growing ornamental plant forms a dense mat of glossy leaves that bring dramatic color and texture to any garden or balcony.

Though it produces tiny white flowers in clusters, its real charm lies in its lush, vividly colored foliage — a true tropical showpiece for both indoor and outdoor décor.

Why Choose Alternanthera ‘Purple Knight’?

✅ Rich Purple Foliage: Deep burgundy and purple tones that bring a bold, exotic look to your space.
✅ Perfect for UAE Climate: Heat-tolerant and thrives in full sun or partial shade.
✅ Low Maintenance: Easy to grow, prune, and propagate — ideal for busy gardeners.
✅ Versatile Landscaping Use: Great for borders, garden beds, hanging baskets, or decorative pots.
✅ Compact & Spreading Growth: Grows as a neat mound or colorful ground cover.
✅ All-Season Beauty: Retains its vivid color throughout the year in warm regions.

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🌍 Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Alternanthera ficoidea var. amoena ‘Purple Knight’

• Arabic Name: ألتيرانثيرا بيربل نايت

• Common Names: Purple Knight, Joseph’s Coat, Alternanthera Purple

• Family: Amaranthaceae

• Origin: Mexico & South America

• Plant Type: Tropical perennial (often grown as annual)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Spread: Indefinite (spreading habit)

• Foliage Color: Deep purple with red, orange, and yellow undertones

• Flower Color: Small, white, spherical clusters

• Bloom Season: Year-round (flowers inconspicuous)

• Sun Tolerance: Full sun to partial shade

• Temperature Range: 20–32°C

• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral

• Water Requirement: Moderate; water when topsoil feels dry

• Fertilizer: Balanced NPK every 4–6 weeks during growth

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Humidity: Prefers medium to high humidity

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🌱 What You’ll Receive:
Healthy, live Alternanthera Purple Knight plant in a premium pot with nutrient-rich soil.
Includes expert care tips for maintaining lush color and compact growth year-round.

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✨ Add tropical elegance to your garden with Alternanthera ‘Purple Knight’ — a heat-tolerant, colorful foliage plant that flourishes beautifully in the UAE & KSA climate.