Purple Prince Joy Weed - Alternanthera brasiliana cv. ‘Purple Prince’

Taxonomic Name: Alternanthera brasiliana cv. ‘Purple Prince’

Common Name: Purple Prince Joy Weed

Plant Quick Facts:

💡 Light: Low to Bright, Indirect Light

💧 Watering: Frequently, keep soil most at all times

💨 Humidity: Low to High, but prefers High Levels

🌡️ Temperature: 65-80F

🌎 Soil: Rich and Compact

💊 Fertilizing: Not Needed

✂️ Pruning/Trimming: Pinch back to compact

🪲 Pests/Diseases: Aphids

📐 Size: 6"

⏱️ Growth Speed: Medium to Fast, depending on environment

This spectacular cultivar of Alternanthera (commonly known as Joy Weeds or Joseph's Coat) is a show stopper with a catch. Hardy and willing to thrive under most conditions, it meets its ultimate potential when kept under very bright light, much like a cactus or succulent. When you do this, the stunning dark purple leaves flesh out an optical feast to behold! Not too many plants can hold that appeal as much as this plant does!

Although it requires bright light like succulents, it differs in it's needs for water levels. Native to hot and humid jungles of the Amazon, it requires moist soil to feel at home. In fact, some Joy Weeds are actually aquatic plants, meaning more terrestrial species are capable of dealing with 'wet feet' as it were.

Clipping it back to a lower node allows it to remain bushy and compact, and can even be grown as a ground cover outdoors in warmer climates! But we have no problem enjoying it indoors up in the Northeast.

Please note that new leaves are green and slowly mature into the dark purple color expected of this variety, so do not be alarmed if this occurs. It grows fairly rapid, so this is only a blip in the grand scheme of its growth.

• All our plants are cultivated in house, using our own line of soils and plant care products.
• Most of our plants are sold in a fully rooted state with at least 4 mature leaves - This allows the safe delivery of each order and allow for the quickest acclimation upon arrival.
• We provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure your plant thrives in its new environment.
• Feel free to reach out to us for any questions or concerns regarding plant care or product information.