Is Juba's Bush safe for pets?

Yes, Juba's Bush (Iresine Diffusa) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Juba's Bush easy to care for?

Juba's Bush has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Juba's Bush grow indoors?

Juba's Bush is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Juba's Bush (Iresine Diffusa) is a perennial herb in the Amaranthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Iresine diffusa is an evergreen perennial plant known for its colorful foliage, commonly grown as an ornamental.

Last updated: February 2026

Juba's Bush

Iresine Diffusa

Iresine diffusa is an evergreen perennial plant known for its colorful foliage, commonly grown as an ornamental.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

10-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Juba's Bush

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Amaranthaceae

Genus:Iresine