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Acalypha 'hispida'

Chenille Plant

This amazing plant has bright red long drooping tassel like flowers on green foliage. The chenille plant is aptly named because it also has extremely soft flowers that are the plants namesake.

• »  Amazing long, red, tassel-like flowers
• »  Adds a tropical feel to the landscape
• »  Requires partial shade and ample water

Interesting Notes

Interesting notes and such.

Growing and Maintenance Tips for Chenille Plant

It is a great container and hanging basket choice but requires partial shade and ample water.

• Category

  • Annual

• Characteristics

  • Average Water
  • Container
  • Cut Flower/Foliage
  • Green
  • Hanging Basket
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Low Maintenance
  • Moist, Well-Drained
  • Mounding
  • Partial Sun