caladium
noun
ca·la·di·um
kə-ˈlā-dē-əm 
: any of a genus (Caladium and especially C. bicolor) of tropical American plants of the arum family widely cultivated for their showy variably colored leaves
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About This Episode Grumpy helps a reader tackle stubborn sucker growth, shares his favorite shade-loving caladiums, and breaks down the different varieties of bell peppers.
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Hostas, caladiums and coleus all add seasonal form and color.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 6 Mar. 2026
Vincas, caladiums and other sub-tropicals that need warmth go downhill even sooner.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2025
Certain plants prefer cooler or warmer temperatures, like tuberous begonias (40-45°F) and caladiums (65-70°F).
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
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Steve Bender, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Hostas, caladiums and coleus all add seasonal form and color.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 6 Mar. 2026
Vincas, caladiums and other sub-tropicals that need warmth go downhill even sooner.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2025
Certain plants prefer cooler or warmer temperatures, like tuberous begonias (40-45°F) and caladiums (65-70°F).
—Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2025
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“Caladium.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/caladium. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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