Alternanthera is a genus that has long provided a variety of bedding plants grown for their attractively colored foliage. Called by the common names Joseph's coat or alternanthera (al-ter-NAN-ther ...

Coleus commonly called Joseph’s Coat originated in Indonesia ... borders or potted plant for the garden with its multicolour display. Coleus are easy to grow. They can be grown from seeds ...

Remember the brightly colored bedding plant known as Joseph’s coat back in the ‘50s and ‘60s? Now there are two new relatives of this plant that have achieved Texas SuperStar status.