1. a tropical plant with colorful leaves, commonly grown as a houseplant or in gardens

Examples

• The bright red and green coleus added vibrant color to the shaded garden bed.
• She propagated her favorite coleus by taking cuttings and rooting them in water.
• Coleus plants thrive in partial shade and need regular watering.
• The garden center displayed dozens of coleus varieties with different leaf patterns.
• My grandmother grew coleus on her windowsill every winter.
• The purple and yellow coleus complemented the other foliage plants perfectly.