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Caladium bi-color 'Candidum'
(Heart of Jesus, Angel Wings, Fancy-leafed Caladium)

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Beautiful foliage of the Caladium bi-color 'Candidum' or Heart of Jesus or Angel Wings or Fancy-leafed Caladium bulb plant

Caladium bi-color 'Candidum'
(Heart of Jesus, Angel Wings, Fancy-leafed Caladium)

Family:  Araceae
Origin:  South America
Light:  Part-full shade
Height:  1-1.5' 
Spread:  6-9"
Foliage:  Bi-color, white with green veins and border
Soil:  Well-drained

Water:  Regular
Propagation: Bulbs/offset division
Uses:  Container, hanging basket, bedding, border
Caution:  All parts of plant poisonous and may cause skin irritation
Comments:  Caladium bi-color 'Candidum' or Heart of Jesus or Angel Wings or Fancy-leafed Caladium is a beautiful compact foliage perennial. Looks lovely when planted under big trees.  Protect from frost.  Dig bulbs after hard frost, store in cool, dry area
USDA Hardiness Zones :  8b-11