Caladium (Caladium bicolor)

Caladium (Caladium bicolor) is a stunning tropical foliage plant prized for its vibrant heart-shaped leaves splashed with dramatic shades of pink, red, white, green, and rose. Known for its bold colourful foliage, caladium brings lush tropical beauty and striking contrast to indoor spaces, shaded patios, containers, and garden beds during the warmer months.

The large paper-thin leaves create an eye-catching display with intricate veining and colourful patterns that brighten shaded areas where flowering plants may struggle. Depending on the variety, foliage may feature vivid pink centres, white marbling, deep red tones, or bright green edging. Its upright clumping growth habit creates a full lush appearance ideal for tropical-themed plantings and decorative containers.

Caladium thrives in warm humid conditions and performs especially well in bright indirect light or shaded outdoor locations protected from harsh afternoon sun. In Alberta, caladium is commonly grown as a seasonal tropical outdoors during summer or maintained indoors as a colourful foliage houseplant.

Its vibrant foliage pairs beautifully with ferns, coleus, begonias, and other shade-loving tropical plants in mixed containers and indoor displays.

Sizing Description

Medium: 6"/15cm Diameter