Iresine herbstii 13cm Plants GrowTropicals
Iresine herbstii — 6cm
Blood Leaf Plant

Iresine herbstii

£4.99
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Description

Rarely subtle, Iresine herbstii earns its common name of bloodleaf with rounded, paddle-shaped leaves flushed in vivid crimson, magenta, and hot pink, laced through with brighter pink veining. Its colour deepens under good light, and a regular pinch keeps plants bushy and compact.

Origins
Iresine herbstii is native to tropical South America, with a natural range that stretches from Ecuador through Brazil, Paraguay, and into northern Argentina, where it grows in open, seasonally humid lowland habitats.

Soil and Substrate
Plant into our Terrarium ABG Potting Mix, a balanced peat-free blend with steady moisture and good drainage.

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All plants are covered by our 7-day live arrival guarantee. We pack every order in protective, sustainable packaging designed to keep your plants safe in transit, and every plant is checked before it ships. On the rare occasion something is not right on arrival, we will make it good, provided the plant is still in its original nursery pot.

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How to care for Blood Leaf Plant

Let me bask in full sunshine and keep my soil lightly moist.

In their words

What our customers say

Arrived just like the photos - maybe even fuller. Healthy, well-acclimated, and straight into my collection with no issues.

Emily P.

Flawless leaves, stunning variegation, and clearly cared for by experts. It’s already a talking point in my home office.

James R.

Hard to find rare plants that are pet-safe. Ours arrived in perfect condition and looks amazing without any worry.

Sophie L.
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About Blood Leaf Plant

Iresine herbstii is an easy-care houseplant. It needs bright direct light, watering often enough to keep the compost evenly moist and a minimum temperature of 13°C. It is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Care level

EasyChallenge

Easy care

Light

ShadeFull sun

Bright, direct sun

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Keep it away from direct sun, which can scorch its delicate leaves. For healthy growth and vibrant foliage, place it near a north-facing or east-facing window where it will receive plenty of filtered light.

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Watering

Evenly moistDries out fully

Keep evenly moist

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth. Read moreShow less

Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water your plant when the top layer of soil feels slightly dry, and always ensure the pot has good drainage. Avoid soggy soil or standing water, and do not let the plant dry out completely, as steady moisture is essential for healthy growth.

Temperature

Keep above 13°C · Happy at normal room temperature

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth. Read moreShow less

This plant grows best in warm temperatures between 18°C and 26°C. Keep it away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C, as cooler conditions can stress the plant and affect healthy growth.

Feeding

Feed monthly with a balanced fertiliser from spring to autumn, and let it rest over winter.

Growth habit

Upright →Bushy →

Plant type

Foliage houseplant →

Toxicity

Listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Plants still are not food, so a determined chewer may get an upset stomach.

Also known as

Iresine herbstii

Genus

Iresine →
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my plant come with a pot?
Your plant will arrive in its nursery grow pot — the plastic pot it's been growing in. We don't include a decorative pot as standard, and there's a good reason for that: it means you get to choose one that fits your space and style, rather than being stuck with something that doesn't suit your home.

It also means you're not paying extra for a pot you might not want. The nursery pot is perfectly fine to keep your plant in for a while, just pop it inside a decorative cover pot or cache pot and you're good to go. When you're ready to repot (usually after a growing season or when roots start poking out the bottom), you can move it into something more permanent with fresh soil.

If you're not sure what size cover pot to go for, check the pot selector tool listed above, you'll want a decorative pot that's a centimetre or two wider than that to give it a comfortable fit.
How big will my plant be when it arrives?
Every plant on our site includes the pot size (e.g. 12cm) and, where possible, an approximate height. That's the most reliable way to set your expectations, photos can sometimes make a plant look larger or smaller than it really is.

If you're thinking "that sounds quite small for the price," here's something worth knowing: younger, smaller plants almost always adapt better to your home than larger ones. They adjust faster to your light and humidity, put out new growth more quickly, and tend to establish stronger root systems long-term. A plant that grows into your space will usually outperform one that was already big when it arrived.

That said, every plant is an individual. The one you receive may vary slightly in height, shape, or fullness compared to the photo, that's the nature of living things, not a quality issue. We select healthy, well-established specimens, and if you ever feel your plant doesn't match what you were expecting, just get in touch and we'll take a look.
What makes your plants different from the supermarket or garden centre?
There's a big difference between a plant that's been sitting under on a retail shelf and one that's been looked after and cared for by people who specialise in exactly this.

Our plants are grown in house or sourced from specialist nurseries, many of them varieties you simply won't find at your local garden centre or supermarket. Before anything leaves us, it's checked over by our horticultural team to make sure it's healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your home. We're not shifting volume off a pallet, we're choosing plants we'd want to keep ourselves.

When you buy from a supermarket, you get a plant and a generic care label. When you buy from us, you get the knowledge that comes with it, detailed care guidance, a team you can actually contact if something isn't going right, and the confidence that what's arriving has been looked after properly from the moment it was grown to the moment it reaches your door.

We're a specialist nursery first, not a retailer that happens to sell plants. That's the difference, and you'll see it the moment you open the box.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
First things first, unbox it as soon as you can. Plants don't love being in dark boxes any more than you would, and the sooner yours is out and breathing, the better.

Remove all the packaging carefully, give the soil a check with your finger, and water lightly if it feels dry. Then find it a spot with appropriate light, but avoid putting it straight into harsh direct sun or next to a radiator. Think of it like arriving somewhere new after a long journey: it needs a moment to adjust.

It's completely normal for your plant to look a little tired or droopy after transit. This is called transit stress, and most plants bounce back within a week or two. You might see a yellow leaf or some drooping, don't panic, and resist the urge to overwater or start repotting straight away.

Our advice for the first couple of weeks: leave it in its nursery pot, water it only when the top layer of soil feels dry, and let it acclimatise to your home's light, temperature, and humidity. Once it's settled in and showing signs of new growth, you can think about repotting or moving it to its permanent spot.

Every plant we sell comes with a care guide on the product page so you'll know exactly what it needs going forward. And if anything doesn't look right, get in touch with our team, we're always happy to help.
Will my plant survive being shipped?
Yes! and we go to serious lengths to make sure of it. Every plant is hand-packed by our team with protective wrapping and secure, custom-designed boxes to keep it stable and safe in transit. We've shipped hundreds of thousands of plants across the UK and our packaging methods have been refined over years to handle the bumps and jolts of delivery.

During colder months, we monitor weather forecasts and offer heat packs where needed to protect against frost. In extreme conditions, we may hold your order for a day or two rather than risk sending it out, we'd rather you wait an extra day than receive a stressed plant.

That said, plants are living things, and the occasional transit wobble can happen. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't in the condition you'd expect, just get in touch within 48 hours with a photo, and we'll make it right, whether that's a replacement or a full refund. No fuss.

The short version: we treat every box like it's going to someone who really cares about what's inside, because it is.
Meet the family

Everything about Iresine

Iresine, also known as Blood Leaf, is a strikingly colourful houseplant belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. Native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, Iresine is loved for its vibrant foliage that ranges from deep red to b...

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Verified reviews

Rated by real customers

Customers praised this vibrant houseplant for its "lovely colours" and distinctive pink stalks with unusually marked leaves. Shoppers consistently noted plants arrived "in great condition" with healthy growth. One caution: it requires more frequent watering than expected, though it "perked up nicely" when properly hydrated.

  • Very pretty with its pink stalks, and unusually marked leaves.
  • Plants are always in great condition and growing new leaves.
  • This plant is so very pretty with its lovely colour.
  • 5 stars: 15 (94%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (6%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Kirsten G.
Great as always

Very pretty with its pink stalks, and unusually marked leaves. Delivered in great condition as always.

Kirsten G. review photo
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Svetlana A.
Great

I am so happy with all plants-they are so good and healthy. It was my first order, but I am sure I will back for more plants.

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Nikki C.
Arrived in great condition. Thank

Arrived in great condition. Thank you

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Chris F.
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Ordered a number of plants from Grow Tropicals.

Last order I did receive a slightly damaged Alocasia Jacklyn( leaf damage) ….

I will remove these & hope that the plant recovers and new growth is forthcoming - shame as the plant only had 3 leaves of which two were spilt 🫤

The Iresine Herbstii was perfect!

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Laura F.
Small but beautiful

Arrived in perfect condition can’t wait to see it grow

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Saarrah H.
Nice colours

Lovely colours to the stems and leaves, seemed to need a bit more watering than first thought!

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Chloe M.
Very healthy looking plant

Beautifully packaged, healthy looking plant. Had a slight panic that it started wilting after a few days until I realised it needed another good watering. Definitely needs more than the other plants I ordered! Perked up again nicely by the next morning!

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Mark E.
Great plants always healthy when they arrive

Plants from Grow Tropicals are always in great condition and growing new leaves. They're great!

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Nereida

The cutest plant

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Nereida

The cutest plant

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Lucianne S.
Really interesting looking little plant,

Really interesting looking little plant, I love it! Arrived safe and happy, despite freezing temperatures and DPD deciding I wasn't in one day when they didn't even approach my street.

I missed that next day delivery was dependent on the cut off times, but that's largely my fault for not checking the shipping page. Dispatch was quick excluding that. Will definitely be ordering from here again!

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STEVEN F.
Well packed. healthy colors. and

Well packed. healthy colors. and pretty little plant leaves remind me of little butterfly's. thank you

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Nigel S.
Love it

Love it

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Gemma C.
Love this small plant

Lovely little plant. It is already showing new growth within a few days.

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Hannah G.
very pretty

very pretty and arrived in great condition

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Tricia S.
Great service

Didn’t have to wait long for the plants, came well packaged. This plant is so very pretty with its lovely colour.

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