Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail)

A fast growing evergreen shrub with showy red catkins that can exceed 40cm long. Coupled with large lush mid green leaves this plant adds a tropical feel to any garden. Prune hard after flowering to maintain a bushy habit.

Pronunciation: ak-uh-LY-fuh

 

Synonyms (AKA): Philippines Medusa, Chenille Plant, Fox Tail

 

Typical height: 2 - 3m
Climate: Prefers tropical or subtropical climates, or warm protected positions in temperate climate.
Light conditions: Full sun to part shade
Growth habit: Open shrubby
Growing conditions: Moist, well drained soil
Flowers: Summer through to Autumn
Origin: Philippines

 

Quantity Stock image Options Price incl. GST
20  in stock
Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 125mm pot Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 125mm pot
$11.00
10  in stock
Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 180mm pot Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 180mm pot
$16.50
1  in stock
Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 300mm pot Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 300mm pot
$34.50

 

(ACAHIS)

SKU ACAHIS
Shipping Weight 2.0000kg

Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 125mm pot

SKU ACAHIS125
Barcode 101586987997
Shipping Weight 0.7500kg

Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 180mm pot

SKU ACAHIS180
Barcode 101586987999
Shipping Weight 2.0000kg

Acalypha hispida (Red Hot Cat's Tail) - 300mm pot

SKU ACAHIS300
Barcode 101586987998
Shipping Weight 9.0000kg

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