Snow bush (Breynia disticha)
Care, watering, light and tips for Snow bush on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Phyllanthaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 5 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Snow bush
Breynia disticha, commonly known as "Snowbush," is an evergreen tropical shrub valued for its variegated foliage. Its oval leaves display a unique pattern of white, pink, and green splotches, giving it a snowy appearance. It's ideal for adding a touch of color and texture in tropical gardens, as a low hedge, or as a potted ornamental plant.
Native range
Western Pacific islands, including New Caledonia and Vanuatu.
Care tips
Snowbush prefers bright, indirect light, though it can tolerate some direct morning sun. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during warmer months; reduce watering in winter. It requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Avoid abrupt temperature changes and cold drafts, as it is sensitive to them and may drop its leaves.
How to save a dying Snow bush
- Warning signs
- Pale, whitish leaves or brown edges, excessive leaf drop.
- First aid
- Check soil moisture. If dry, water thoroughly. If waterlogged, aerate roots. Provide bright indirect light.
- What kills it
- Lack of humidity or direct strong sun exposure; also overwatering.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. It's sensitive to dryness and direct sun, but recovers with good care.