Breynia disticha 'Snow Bush

Breynia disticha 'Snow Bush' is an ornamental variety of Breynia disticha, often referred to as a "snow bush" because of its variegated foliage, which resembles small clumps of snow resting on the branches. This plant attracts attention with its colorful foliage and bushy form, making it a popular choice for landscape gardens and as an indoor plant.

Origin: Breynia disticha is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Pacific, particularly the Fiji Islands. The 'Snow Bush' variety has been selected for its distinctive beauty and tolerance of a variety of growing conditions.
Growth: 'Snow Bush' has a moderate growth habit and can reach a height and width of around 1 to 1.5 metres outdoors. Indoors, it can be kept smaller by pruning. The plant forms a dense, rounded bush, with slender branches bearing small round or oval leaves.
Flowers: Breynia disticha 'Snow Bush' produces small, inconspicuous flowers, often overshadowed by the decorative foliage. Flowers are not generally considered a major feature of this plant.
Light: Prefers bright, indirect light when grown indoors, and can tolerate partial light to partial shade outdoors. Insufficient light can reduce foliage variegation.
Watering: Requires regular watering, but the soil must be well drained to avoid water stagnation. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Substrate: Rich, humus-rich, well-drained soil is ideal. In pots, use a universal potting mix mixed with perlite or vermiculite to improve drainage.
Temperature: Tolerates a range of temperatures, but prefers warm conditions and avoids frost. In temperate regions, 'Snow Bush' is often grown as a houseplant or taken out during the warmer months.
Toxicity: Toxic plant.

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