Alternanthera Ficoidea ||Green Calico Plant || بلانت ألتيرانثيرا || Colorful Foliage Plant for UAE & KSA

Green Calico Plant (Alternanthera ficoidea), known as Joseph’s Coat, Parrot leaf, Blood leafin Arabic as بلانت ألتيرانثيرا, is a vibrant tropical perennial admired for its beautifully variegated foliage in shades of green, red, yellow, and orange. Belonging to the Amaranthaceae family, this plant originates from Central and South America, where it thrives in tropical climates. It’s a popular ornamental choice in the UAE for its bright, multi-toned leaves that bring color and texture to gardens, balconies, and landscapes all year round.

Why Choose Green Calico Plant?

✅ Colorful Foliage: Striking mix of green, yellow, and red tones that enhance any indoor or outdoor space.
✅ Versatile Garden Use: Perfect for borders, hanging baskets, or as ground cover for vibrant landscapes.
✅ UAE Climate Friendly: Tolerates full sun and high temperatures with proper humidity.
✅ Low Maintenance: Easy to care for, prune, and propagate — ideal for beginner gardeners.
✅ Dense & Bushy Growth: Forms a compact mat, adding texture and structure to your garden design.
✅ Air-Purifying Qualities: Adds beauty while helping freshen your environment naturally.

🌍 Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Alternanthera ficoidea / Alternanthera bettzichiana

• Arabic Name: بلانت ألتيرانثيرا

• Common Names: Green Calico Plant, Joseph’s Coat, Bloodleaf

• Family: Amaranthaceae

• Origin: Central & South America

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

• Max Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)

• Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)

• Foliage Color: Green with red, yellow, or orange splotches

• Flower Color: Small, white, and inconspicuous

• Bloom Time: Fall to early winter

• Sun Tolerance: Bright, indirect light to full sun

• Temperature Range: 18–29°C

• Humidity: Prefers high humidity (50%+)

• Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0–7.6)

• Water Requirement: Moderate — water when topsoil is dry

• Fertilizer: Balanced liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during growth season

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Maintenance: Prune in spring for bushier growth

🌱 What You’ll Receive:
Healthy Green Calico Plant (Alternanthera ficoidea) in a pot with premium soil.
Delivered with expert care tips for maintaining vibrant, colorful foliage all year long.

✨ Bring tropical color to your garden or balcony with the Green Calico Plant — a heat-tolerant, easy-care foliage beauty that thrives in the UAE & KSA climate.