Breynia disticha

• Botanical Name : Breynia disticha J. R. Forst & G. Forst
• Synonyms : Breynia axillaris Spreng., Phyllanthus nivosus W. Bull.
• Common Name : Snowbush
• Plant Family : Euphorbiaceae
• Plant Form : Shrub
• Occurrence (Sectors) : 18, 28
• Occurrence (Special Areas) : Indroda Park, Van Chetana Kendra

About Breynia disticha Plant :

• Habit : Rounded shrub with attractive foliage.
• Leaves : Alternate, simple, entire, ovate- obovate, evergreen, variegated with white, green and red coloration.
• Inflorescence : Axillary clusters on long peduncles.
• Flowers : Green, petal-less flowers; mostly inconspicuous due to the striking foliage.
• Fruit : Round, fleshy, inconspicuous and not showy.