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ornamentalFamily: AcanthaceaeGenus: HypoestesSpecies: red
Cultivar
Red Splash Polka Dot Plant
Hypoestes red
The Red Splash Polka Dot Plant is a charming, low-growing tropical shrub celebrated for its distinctively spotted foliage. Its leaves feature a base of deep green speckled with brilliant red splashes, creating a high-contrast appearance that brightens any room. Perfect for small containers or as a colorful accent in mixed tropical plantings, this plant thrives in bright, indirect light.
A vibrant tropical foliage plant known for its striking red and green mottled leaves. It brings a pop of color to indoor spaces and shaded garden spots.
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Plant Detail
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Begin with a starter plant and establish it in a larger pot using quality potting soil with beneficials and fertilizer.
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Plant Profile
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Key growing information first, with the complete reviewed cultivar profile available when you want it.
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Sun
Bright, indirect light; too much sun can scorch leaves, while too little will cause the red color to fade.
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Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid letting it dry out completely.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide.
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Hardiness
10-11, usually grown as an annual or houseplant in cooler regions.
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Growth habit
Compact, upright, clumping herb or subshrub.
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Plant type
Tropical foliage plant
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Care, size, flowering, climate, soil, health, and additional reviewed data.
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Growing note
Prune back leggy stems regularly to maintain a compact, bushy habit and encourage fuller foliage growth.
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Climate note
Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F; sensitive to cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F.
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Flower / fruit
Produces small, inconspicuous lavender flowers, though it is primarily grown for its foliage.
Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Growing & Care
Everyday care, growth, feeding, and pruning guidance.
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Sun / light
Bright, indirect light; too much sun can scorch leaves, while too little will cause the red color to fade.
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Growth rate
Moderate.
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Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half-strength during the active growing season.
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Pruning
Pinch back the growing tips frequently to keep the plant bushy and prevent it from becoming straggly.
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Care notes
Prune back leggy stems regularly to maintain a compact, bushy habit and encourage fuller foliage growth.
Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Size & Habit
How the plant grows and the space it needs at maturity.
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Mature size
1-2 feet tall and wide.
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Growth habit
Compact, upright, clumping herb or subshrub.
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Spacing
12-15 inches apart.
Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flower / Fruit
Flowering, fruiting, pollination, bloom, and harvest behavior.
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Flowering / fruiting
Produces small, inconspicuous lavender flowers, though it is primarily grown for its foliage.
Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Climate & Hardiness
Cold, heat, chill, and regional growing considerations.
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Hardiness zones
10-11, usually grown as an annual or houseplant in cooler regions.
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Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures between 65-80°F; sensitive to cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F.
Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Soil & Water
Moisture, drainage, soil, and pH preferences.
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Watering
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid letting it dry out completely.
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Soil
Well-draining, peat-based potting mix that retains some moisture.
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Soil pH
6.0-7.0
More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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More Plant Data
19 additional reviewed fields from this Plant.id.
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Container Growing
Highly suitable for small pots, hanging baskets, and decorative containers where its colorful foliage can be displayed.
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Family
Acanthaceae
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Foliage Look
Vibrant red spots on deep green ovate leaves, distinct variegation.
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Foliage Rules
Leaves must be ovate with mottled or spotted variegation; ensure the red-to-green ratio is balanced.
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Fruit Flower Look
Small, light purple or white tubular flowers (rarely the focus).
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Fruit Flower Rules
Flowers are minor and secondary; prioritize the foliage display for all representations.
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Growth Habit Rules
Do not show as a sprawling or vine-like plant; maintain a controlled, rounded, or upright shape.
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Mature Plant Look
A lush, compact, bushy tropical plant with high-contrast red and green spotted foliage.
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Mature Stage Morphology
Upright, branched stems with a dense covering of ovate leaves; coloration may be more pronounced on newer growth.
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Morphology Rules
The plant should never look woody or tree-like; it should appear as a soft-stemmed, bushy subshrub.
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Plant Faqs
How much light does the Polka Dot Plant need? It prefers bright, indirect light to maintain its vibrant leaf coloration. Why are my Polka Dot Plant stems getting long and leggy? This is common; pinch back the stems to encourage a bushier growth habit. Is the Red Splash Polka Dot Plant safe for pets? It is generally considered non-toxic to dogs and cats, but ingestion should be avoided.
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Root Look
Healthy white roots visible in a propagation plug.
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Soil Look
Dark, rich, well-draining potting soil.
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Starter Stage
Small, tender plug with vibrant red and green spotted leaves, usually displaying 2-4 sets of true leaves.
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Starter Stage Morphology
Soft, fleshy stems with opposite leaf arrangement; colors are typically vibrant even in the young stage.
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Video Voiceover Script
Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Red Splash Polka Dot Plant. This is Red Splash Polka Dot Plant, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let this vibrant plant become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the future indoor growing space you want to create. Focus on the brilliant red and green mottled leaves that provide a stunning splash of color to any room in your home. Establish your starter plant in a four-inch pot with quality, well-draining potting mix, and later move it to an appropriate final container or in-ground location when established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.
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Youtube Tags
Hypoestes Polka Dot Plant Red Splash Foliage Houseplant Tropical Plant Container Gardening Indoor Garden Agardeni Small Plant
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Youtube Video Summary
Discover the beauty of the Red Splash Polka Dot Plant, a stunning foliage favorite for indoor containers. Learn how to maintain its striking red and green spotted leaves for a vibrant display.
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Youtube Video Title
Growing the Vibrant Red Splash Polka Dot Plant
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