In Panama: Cola de gato, rabo de gato
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Chenille plant
Acalypha hispida
In Panama it’s called Cola de gato, rabo de gato
Shrub with green leaves and long, hanging red flowers that look like velvet cords.
Approximate prices based on pot size and plant height. We'll confirm availability and the final price on WhatsApp.
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- Ask us for a photo or video of your plant before it ships.
- We confirm the price and availability before you pay.
- Free delivery in Panama City with a $35 minimum order. In other areas, the cost depends on the route and province.
Its vibe and where to put it
- Energy & joy
- Creativity
Put it in: Garden, Large pot on the terrace.
Its fuzzy red “tails” are clusters of hundreds of tiny flowers. It's native to New Guinea and Southeast Asia.
The tropics: joy for the garden.
How to decorate with it
- Modern tropicalBig leaves, light wood and lots of green: the style of many new homes in Panama.
- CountryFor country houses and farms: fruit trees, hedges and colorful flowers.
Ideal for
- House with patio or garden
- Country house or farm
Care
We're still completing this plant's care sheet. Ask us on WhatsApp and we'll explain how to care for it.





