- **Type**: Evergreen perennial (tender, often grown as an annual or houseplant in cooler climates)

- **Height**: 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm)

- **Width**: 12 to 18 inches (30 to 45 cm), spreading via offsets

- **Growth Habit**: Low, rosette-forming, clumping

- **Foliage**:

- Sword-shaped leaves, 6 to 12 inches long (15 to 30 cm), 1 to 2 inches wide (2.5 to 5 cm)

- Tricolored: green with white or cream variegation on top, vibrant pink to purple undersides

- Glossy texture, fleshy, arranged in a tight rosette

- Evergreen in mild climates; may die back in cold conditions

- **Flowers**:

- Small, white, three-petaled blooms nestled in boat-shaped purple bracts

- About 0.25 inches (6 mm) across, hidden in leaf axils

- Bloom season: Year-round in warm climates, sporadic elsewhere

- Mildly fragrant, attracts minimal pollinators

- **Light**: Bright, indirect light indoors; full sun to partial shade outdoors (direct sun enhances color, too much may scorch)

- **Soil**:

- Well-drained, fertile; prefers a mix with peat, perlite, or sand

- Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0 to 7.0)

- **Watering**: Moderate; water when top inch of soil dries, avoid overwatering to prevent root rot

- **Hardiness**: USDA Zones 9 to 11 (20°F or -6°C; grown as a houseplant or annual elsewhere)

- **Humidity**: Moderate to high (50-70%); benefits from misting indoors

- **Wildlife**: Attracts few pollinators; toxic to pets and humans if ingested (causes irritation)

- **Care**:

- Fertilize monthly in spring and summer with a balanced mix (e.g., 10-10-10), diluted

- Prune dead or faded leaves to maintain appearance

- Propagate via stem cuttings or offsets; repot every 1-2 years if rootbound

- **Pests/Diseases**:

- May attract spider mites, aphids, or mealybugs

- Susceptible to root rot or fungal issues in soggy conditions

- **Uses**: Houseplant, container plant, groundcover, hanging baskets, or tropical accent

- **Growth Rate**: Moderate; spreads slowly via offsets

- **Special Features**:

- Striking tricolor variegation brightens with light exposure

- Drought-tolerant once established, low-maintenance

- Skin contact may cause irritation; wear gloves when handling

The Rhoeo Tricolor Variegated’s vibrant green, white, and pinkish-purple foliage makes it a stunning, easy-care plant for adding color to indoor spaces or warm-climate gardens. Let me know if you’d like more care tips or planting ideas!