How to identify Angel wings (Caladium)

How to identify Angel wings (Caladium)

Angel wings are characterized by their ornate foliage, growing heart-shaped leaves that span 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) in size. The leaves exhibit a kaleidoscope of colors, with shades ranging from green to white, red, salmon, and rose, often in striking variegated patterns. Occasionally, angel wings may produce an inconspicuous spadix, encased by a pale yellow-green spathe. These plants thrive in a nutrient-rich substrate that retains moisture and favor shaded environments, making them predominantly appreciated for their vibrant and decorative leaves.

Lifespan: Perennial

Leaf Type: Deciduous

Quickly Identify Angel wings

Large heart-shaped leaves span 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) with vibrant variegated colors.

Leaves in shades of green, white, red, salmon, and rose add ornate beauty.

Inconspicuous spadix with pale yellow-green spathe occasionally present.

Smooth, yellow-green spathe wraps around cylindrical spadix during infrequent flowering.

Flowers lack distinctive scent or prominent petals, blooming late spring to early summer.

Detailed Traits of Angel wings

Leaf Features

The leaves of angel wings are heart-shaped, measuring 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) in length. They exhibit a variety of colors including red, salmon, rose, white, or green, often with striking variegated patterns. The leaf surface is generally smooth with prominent veins that radiate from the base, contributing to its distinct appearance. These large, colorful leaves are visually appealing and a key feature for plant identification.

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Flower Features

Angel wings produces an infrequent flower characterized by a cylindrical spadix, typically measuring about 3-4 inches (7.5-10 cm) in length, enveloped by a smooth, yellow-green spathe that is about 5-6 inches (12.5-15 cm) long. The spathe curls gracefully around the spadix, creating a subtle yet elegant display. The flowers lack a noticeable scent and do not have prominent petals. This bloom generally appears during late spring to early summer, adding a unique element to the plant's foliage-centric appeal.

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