The herbaceous perennial Ctenanthe oppenheimiana 'Tricolor' (never-never plant) is repeat-blooming and bears spotted white blossoms. The showy glossy foliage is variegated and spotted, medium lime and dark red in colour, bold in texture and evergreen.
Typical Uses
Bog, container, house plant and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Ctenanthe oppenheimiana 'Tricolor' is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Ctenanthe oppenheimiana 'Tricolor' (never-never plant) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.
