Coleus is harmful to humans

Coleus is a relatively common ornamental plant with broad leaves and rich and varied colors. It is divided into different varieties. Each variety of coleus has its own characteristics and has always been loved by friends. Since many friends now grow coleus at home for viewing, most friends do not put it in the bedroom, fearing that coleus will be harmful to people's health. So is coleus really harmful to humans? Next I will give you a detailed introduction, let’s take a look together.

Is coleus harmful to humans?

Coleus itself is non-toxic, and it does not release gases that are harmful to the human body, so it can be safely grown indoors. Besides, such a beautiful plant as coleus can be placed in the home to serve as a very good embellishment and decoration for the living environment, which makes people feel happy physically and mentally. Moreover, the plant also has a certain purifying effect on indoor air, so the editor believes that it is not only harmless to humans, but also very beneficial.

Coleus is an excellent foliage plant with colorful and varied appearance. It is a common decorative green plant indoors and outdoors. It has excellent ornamental effect and its cultivation method is relatively simple, so it is very popular among people.

It is definitely a very good choice to keep a pot of coleus at home. There are many varieties of coleus. Take a look at the following introduction to the varieties of coleus.

Large-leaf coleus

The plant is tall with few branches. The leaves are large, oval, and have wavy wrinkles on the surface.

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The leaves are small, oblong, and have no wrinkles on the leaf surface. This variety is relatively common, and the leaf colors are rich, including red, pink, orange-red, yellow-green, and white. Some varieties have several colorful patterns, which are very beautiful. Coleus fringeii

The leaf margins are notched and wavy, and the leaf color is rich. Suitable for potted planting and widely cultivated.

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The leaves are slender, willow-shaped, with notched and serrated edges. Rarely cultivated.

Yellow-green leaf coleus

The plant is short, with many branches and small, yellow-green leaves. Often planted in flower beds.