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The 5 to 7-lobed leaves emerge a purplish-brown and turn green.
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Judy Nauseef, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
It is described as having a purplish-red hue with yellowish undertones, a high-quality color grade, moderate transparency and a highly reflective surface.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
Known for being the hardiest of the series, Orchid Lights has small, light purplish-pink flowers and a compact growth habit.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 8 Apr. 2026
Sunken reddish, dark brown, or purplish cankers form on the bark and ooze sap.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
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Judy Nauseef, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 May 2026
It is described as having a purplish-red hue with yellowish undertones, a high-quality color grade, moderate transparency and a highly reflective surface.
—Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2026
Known for being the hardiest of the series, Orchid Lights has small, light purplish-pink flowers and a compact growth habit.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 8 Apr. 2026
Sunken reddish, dark brown, or purplish cankers form on the bark and ooze sap.
—Steve Bender, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026
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“Purplish.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/purplish. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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purplish
adjective
pur·plish
ˈpər-p(ə-)lish 
: somewhat purple
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