: any of a large genus (Coleus) of Old World herbs of the mint family including ones cultivated for their colorful foliage
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Foliage from plants like coleus and Japanese forest grass can provide summer-long color.
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Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Sun-tolerant coleus in patio pots.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Feb. 2026
The lush mixed planting includes canna, coleus, ornamental grass, and rose campion.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
The hummingbird ignored the hibiscus but locked onto a coleus bloom from Corrine’s balcony, following the flower down from the ceiling before flying out the sliding door.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 14 Nov. 2025
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Paul Cappiello, Louisville Courier Journal, 13 Feb. 2026
Sun-tolerant coleus in patio pots.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Feb. 2026
The lush mixed planting includes canna, coleus, ornamental grass, and rose campion.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Feb. 2026
The hummingbird ignored the hibiscus but locked onto a coleus bloom from Corrine’s balcony, following the flower down from the ceiling before flying out the sliding door.
—Ronnie Li, USA Today, 14 Nov. 2025
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“Coleus.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coleus. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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coleus
noun
co·le·us
ˈkō-lē-əs 
: any of a large genus of herbs related to the mints and often grown for their leaves of various colors
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