Solenostemon scutellarioides 'Kong Mosaic' (part of the Kong Series) is a coleus cultivar renowned for its massive, mosaic-patterned leaves in shades of green, burgundy, cream, and pink. A Lamiaceae family member, it grows 18 to 24 inches tall and wide, thriving in shade to part sun.
The foliage color intensifies in brighter light. Pinch flowers to maintain bushy growth. Excellent for containers, shade borders, or as a houseplant. Synonyms include Coleus blumei and Coleus scutellarioides.
| Family: | Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee) |
| Genus: | Solenostemon (sol-en-oh-STEM-on) |
| Species: | scutellarioides (skew-tell-ar-ee-OH-ih-deez) |
| Cultivar: | Kong Mosaic |
| Additional cultivar information: | (Kong Series) |
| Synonym: | Coleus blumei |
| Synonym: | Coleus scutellarioides |
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