10 Most Beautiful and Best Red Leaf Plants in India

Are you a fan of vivid foliage? If yes, then check out some of the best Best Red Leaf Plants in India. You can also add some of them to your room!

Colourful plants not only add a sense of appeal to the space, but they also make the environment come alive with their hue. If you too like such specimens, then here are some of the Best Red Leaf Plants in India that will surely add a stunning look to your home!

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Best Red Leaf Plants in India

These plants add dramatic shades of crimson, burgundy, maroon, and deep pink to your garden and home interior. 

1. Coleus

Botanical Name: Plectranthus scutellarioides

Coleus has a range of bright colors, including some lovely shades of Red. You can grow it both  indoors or outdoors as long as the plant gets plenty of bright but indirect light.

2. Croton

Botanical Name: Codiaeum variegatum

These plants have attractive foliage ranging from colors red, pink, orange, yellow, and green. They are best grown in warm and humid environments.

Have a look at the best types of crotons here

3. Polka Dot Plant 

Botanical Name: Hypoestes phyllostachya

These plants are quite easy to maintain and have a beautiful combinations of red, pink, and burgundy on the foliage. Avoid keeping them in complete shade for best colors.

Check out our article on growing polka dot plant here

4. Rex Begonia

Botanical Name: Begonia rex

These plants have a vast spectrum of foliage in various patterns, shapes, and colors, including burgundy and different shades of red. They grow best in a place that gets plenty of indirect light all day long.

Have a look at the best types of begonias here

5. Aglaonema

Botanical Name: Aglaonema

This beautiful red to pink blotches over the dark green leaves makes it an eye-catching and lovable plant. It is not as fussy as other houseplants as long as you take care of its light and watering requirements.

Check out our article on growing Red Aglaonema here

6. Caladium

Botanical Name: Caladium

The heart-shaped leaves of this plant come in a variety of shades and you can find them in red easily. Just make sure you are never exposing it to direct sunlight for long hours.

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7. Schleichera

Botanical Name: Schleichera oleosa

Popular as the Kusum Tree in India, it has glowing bright red leaves that gradually turn green with time. As soon as they reach their maturity, the beauty reveals its beautiful color combination of green, red, and yellow leaves.

8. Red Amaranth 

Botanical Name: Amaranthus cruentus

Red amaranth combines the beautiful shades of red, purple, and bronze on its leaves. You can also grow it indoors as long as you can provide it with 3-4 hours of direct sunlight daily.

9. Poinsettia

Botanical Name: Euphorbia pulcherrima

These plants can be a bit tricky to grow but the efforts will surely be worth it! Use a well draining growing medium, provide them with bright but indirect light and watch them thrive in a stunning shade of red!

10. Hibiscus

Botanical Name: Hibiscus eetveldeanus ‘Red Shield’

The maple-like leaves, flowered with bold reddish-purple color, look extremely attractive. It is generally planted in hedges with green and silver foliage plants to add an appealing appearance.