Caladium bicolor
Caladium bicolor is called the heart of jesus which is in the family of araceae and it grows 15-35 inches tall long and broad.its has a large heart lance-shaped leaves with striking green,white,green,white,pink and red blotching.Hundreds of cultivars are available.
Why is the plant called heart of jesus?
The plant itself is nod to scared heart of jesus,a symbol of divine love in the christian tradition
Uses of caladium bicolor
Though the caladium are poisonous due to the containment of calcium oxalate crystals but it serves as a flower their stunning foilage can add a pop of color to any gardet, patio or balcony.the also help purify the home by removing toxins.
| Scientific name | Common name |
|---|---|
| Caladium bicolor | heart of jesus or angel's wings |
| Observation date | Location |
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| 20th may 2025 | Asa umumka,abia state nigeria |
Spiritual benefits
The caladium presence in the environment brings joy, creativity and celebration.
I hope you guys grabbed one or two from this observation.Thanks for visiting.
| Link | |
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| https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/282656661 |
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@Danieluche