Annual – Rattlesnake Plant

Rattlesnake Plant 

Botanical name: goeppertia iancifolia 

Beginner friendly?: No

Average size at maturity: 1-3 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 10-12 

Foliage color: green, purple/red 

Flower color: white 

Bloom time: summer, fall 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-2 growing seasons if in a tropical or indoor environments

Pruning instructions: deadhead and prune to maintain desired shape and size as needed 

Propagation methods: propagate by division during the summer and fall months 

Landscape use: shade garden, container plant, patio plant, hanging baskets 

Special features: shade tolerant, heat tolerant, pet-friendly 

Light needs: less than 2 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: keep soil consistently moist but not water-logged 

Fertilizing instructions : optional slow-release fertilizer application at the time of planting, and again once a month throughout the spring and summer months 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: sand, loam 

Companion plants: prayer plant, bird’s nest fern, peace lily 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no