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Caladium x hortulanum 'Fannie Munson'
(Heart of Jesus, Angel Wings, Fancy-leafed Caladium)

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Caladium x hortulanum 'Fannie Munson' or Heart of Jesus or Angel Wings or Fancy-leafed Caladium plant...image coming

Caladium x hortulanum 'Fannie Munson'
(Heart of Jesus, Angel Wings, Fancy-leafed Caladium)


Origin:  Man-made hybrid
Family:  Araceae
Origin:  South America
Light:  Part shade
Height:  1-1.5' 
Spread:  1'
Plant Depth: 5", after danger of frost
Foliage:  White with red veins and green edges.
Soil:  Well-drained
, highly acidic
Water:  Regular
Propagation: Bulbs/offset division
Uses:  Container, hanging basket, bedding, border, indoors, green house
Caution:  All parts of plant poisonous and may cause skin irritation
Comments:  Caladium x hortulanum 'Fannie Munson' or Heart of Jesus or Angel Wings or Fancy-leafed Caladium is a beautiful compact foliage perennial. Looks lovely when planted under big trees.  Excessive exposure to sun will burn leaves.  Protect from frost.  Dig bulbs after hard frost, store in cool, dry area
USDA Hardiness Zones :  8b-11