Caladium Redstar (jiffy sized )

Description

In India, we can sell this Caladium Redstar (jiffy sized )via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal

General Information

• Scientific Name: Caladium bicolor ‘Red Star’
• Common Name: Red Star Caladium
• Plant Type: Tuberous perennial
• Family: Araceae

Description

Caladium ‘Red Star’ is a striking ornamental foliage plant known for its vibrant red leaves with green edges. It belongs to the Caladium bicolor species and is popular for its dramatic, heart-shaped foliage that thrives in warm, humid conditions.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Prefers partial to full shade, though it can tolerate indirect bright light. Too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. It prefers high humidity.
• Soil: Well-draining, rich, organic soil with good moisture retention. A peat-based mix works well.
• Temperature: Warm temperatures between 65–85°F (18–29°C). It is not frost-tolerant and should be brought indoors in colder climates.
• Humidity: Requires high humidity to thrive. Misting or using a humidity tray can help in drier environments.

Care and Maintenance

• Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every 2–4 weeks during the growing season.
• Dormancy: In cooler climates, the plant may go dormant in winter. Tubers can be dug up and stored in a dry place until spring.
• Pruning: Remove yellowing or damaged leaves to encourage healthy growth.
• Pests/Diseases: Generally resistant but may be susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and fungal diseases if overwatered.

Landscape and Indoor Use

• Ideal for shaded garden beds, container gardening, and indoor decor.
• Often used in tropical-style gardens and shaded patios.