Coleus plants, Solenostemon scutellarioides, are prized for their colorful foliage, which may combine shades of green, yellow, pink, red, rust, and maroon. The brilliant and widely varied colors of coleus foliage make gorgeous summer bedding plant or a color accent to your communal containers.

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Although usually planted outdoors, with proper light and care, a coleus plant can make a great addition to your collection of house plants thanks to its highly colorful and intricately patterned leaves.